Student Handbooks
General Information
Attendance
Consistent attendance and on-time arrival are essential to learning and building strong habits. Families are asked to avoid scheduling vacations during the school year. Missed schoolwork can be completed when the student returns.
Students may be released for the observance of a religious holiday. Parents/guardians must provide written notice to the District at least five (5) days in advance.
Medical and dental appointments should be scheduled outside of school hours whenever possible. If an appointment must occur during the day, please notify the school in advance.
Absences and Illness
- If your student is absent, call your school’s attendance line before 9:00 a.m. (or as early as possible).
- Leave your child’s name, grade/teacher, and reason for absence.
- For illness, please share specific symptoms.
If the school has not received a call, staff will attempt to contact a parent/guardian.
Students who become ill during the school day must check out through the nurse’s office. No student will be released without parent/guardian notification and verified transportation.
Chronic Absenteeism and Truancy
In line with Illinois law:
- A chronic absentee is any student who misses 10% or more of school days—excused or unexcused.
- A chronic truant is any student absent without valid cause for 5% or more of the previous 180 days.
Schools monitor attendance closely. Families will be notified in writing if concerns arise, and meetings may be required. Continued concerns may result in referral to the Kane County Regional Office of Education.
Court Orders
If a court order restricts contact between a student and an individual, a copy must be on file in the school office. Orders are enforced only within the dates specified to ensure students are released to authorized adults.
School Fees
Student fees are set by the Board of Education and communicated at registration. Families may qualify for fee waivers if they meet state eligibility requirements. For details, contact your school office.
Sex Offender Notification
As required by law, families are advised that information about registered sex offenders is available through the Illinois State Police: www.isp.state.il.us/sor.
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