Attendance Appeal Process

Attention Initial Point Families!
With the quarter quickly approaching its end, it's time to start talking about attendance appeals.  If your student has more than 5 absences (verified, unverified, or truancies) in any given course, they have automatically lost credit for that course.  If your student will still end the course with a passing grade (70%, or C, and above), then they must submit an appeal to the front office for a chance to still earn credit for that class.  We recognize that challenges with attendance can arise, and we want to provide students with a structured process to appeal for credit when these challenges occur. Our attendance appeal process offers students an opportunity to reflect on their struggles, seek support, and create a plan for improvement.

Appeal Process Overview:

1. First Appeal (this is everyone currently- the new year means a fresh start):
   • Students complete an appeal form signed by a parent/guardian and submit a reflection letter that outlines why attendance was a challenge, identifies barriers, and provides a plan for improvement.
   • Teachers are asked to fill out an online questionnaire regarding the student’s actions in class,  and the efforts made to recover the learning lost due to the absences.
2. Second Appeal:
   • Instead of writing a letter, students will present their case to the appeal committee and their teachers in person.
3. Third Appeal:
   • A mandatory parent/guardian meeting is required. During this meeting, students will collaborate with staff and family members to develop a long-term solution to attendance issues and sign an attendance contract. Regular check-ins will monitor progress.