Report an Absence

Excused Absences:

An absence accompanied by a telephone call from the parent or guardian to 708-467-5800 before 3:00p.m. on the day of the absence for one of the following reasons:

• Illness
• Death in the immediate family
• Family emergency
• Observance of a religious holiday

A prearranged absence from school must be presented to a Deans’ secretary at 708-467-5800 at least five (5) days prior to the student’s expected absence for one of the following reasons:

• Scheduled/non-emergency medical appointment, with written proof from a doctor or hospital
• Court appearance
• College visit (2 per year w/ appropriate documentation from the counseling office)
• Family vacation days

Voicemail is available 24 hours a day for your convenience. A call from the parent/guardian should include the following information:

• Student’s name
• Student ID number
• Reason for absence
• Name of person calling
• Contact number

In the case of an extended illness, notification on the first day of absence is sufficient. However, the school may require subsequent re-verification from a physician.