An important reminder regarding student attendance and dismissals, per the Assabet Student and Parent Handbook:
- Students may accumulate up to five (5) dismissals per year.
- Dismissals may be excused with a professional note (e.g., medical, court) supporting the reason for the dismissal.
- Students are expected to remain in school for the entire school day. Students will not be permitted to leave the school grounds at any time during the school day except for reasons authorized below.
- Parent/guardians must report the dismissal prior to the beginning of the school day via the Assabet Absence Notification Form.
- Students who must leave school by reason of illness, accident or other emergency will report to the school nurse. A parent or guardian will be notified. Dismissals by the nurse are not considered documented unless approved by the Principal.
- Appointments not connected with the school program must be scheduled after school hours, whenever possible, i.e., dentist, doctor, registry, court.