Student Attendance/Absence of Pupils

Absence Documentation 

• Upon returning to school after an absence, students must submit a written excuse  stating the reason for the absence.
• The parent or guardian of record must sign the note.
• If a note is not submitted within three (3) school days, the absence will be marked as unexcused and may be considered truancy.

Cumulative Absences 

• Students are allowed up to ten (10) days of lawful absences verified by a parent/guardian note per school year.
• After the 10th day, additional absences must be excused with an Upper Darby School District Explanation of Absence form or a note from a licensed physician.

Religious Holidays 

• Absences for religious observance are excused with a written request from a parent or guardian, submitted in advance of the holiday.

Important Reminder 

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Lateness to School 

All students arriving late to school must report to their designated center before going to homeroom or any class.

• After five (5) latenesses, students will receive a lunch detention.

• A second lunch detention will be issued at ten (10) latenesses.

• For every additional 10 latenesses (i.e., 20, 30, etc.), students will receive a Saturday detention.

Only a physician’s note, bus late pass, or approval from the Assistant Principal will be accepted to excuse a lateness.

Early Dismissals 

Students may be dismissed early only for urgent reasons such as medical or dental appointments, or other matters concerning their well-being. The Principal or designee has the authority to determine if the request is valid and may approve or deny early dismissal.

To request an early or emergency dismissal:

• A parent/guardian must call the main office and provide a written note.

• Please call: 610-622-7000

• Students must sign out in the main office or their grade level center before leaving the building.

Important Reminder 

Parents/guardians may be required to come to the school in person to pick up their child.