A. Yes, you just need a note from your parents. BOE Policy/Regulation 7110R –
Excused Absences According to Commissioner’s Regs 175.6:
The reasons and applicable documentation deemed acceptable for an excused absence when school is in session, include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Personal illness;
- Illness or death in the family;
- Impassable roads or weather;
- Required court appearances;
- Quarantine;
- Attendance at health clinics;
- Approved college visits;
- Military obligations;
- Religious observances
- Disciplinary detention of incarcerated youth.
All other absences for any other reasons will be deemed unexcused absences.
