Attendance and Punctuality

Getting to class on time, and avoiding absences are critical if your child is to get the most out of school. Establishing routines for the morning are extremely important so that your children arrive on time.

Supervision begins at 8:45 a.m.  Please ensure your children are dropped off between 8:45 and 9:00.

Entry is 9:00 a.m.

We really want to see all of our students arriving on time for school each morning.

What can you, as a parent, do to help ensure your child’s regular attendance?

The morning can be a very hectic time. Here are some effective tips for getting your child up and out the door on time:

 • Get your child to bed at a reasonable hour.

 • Set realistic and consistent schedules and rules at home. Getting ready for school should be part of the child’s overall routine; something that’s expected of him/her every day.

 • Do whatever is necessary the night before to save time in the morning, such as setting out clothes, packing lunches, and setting backpacks at the door.

 • Create a set morning routine that your child can easily follow (i.e. washing hands and face, going to the bathroom, dressing, making the bed, brushing teeth, and eating a healthy breakfast).

 • Avoid any distractions that can slow your child down, like TV, computers or games.

 • Set your alarm to get up earlier if you’re running late regularly.

It is also very important to call in to the school to inform the office if your child is going to be absent.  The office will make every attempt to reach parents if a child is absent. 

According to our Safe Arrival Policy #665.0

Parent(s)/guardian(s) shall:
 • provide the school with complete and current emergency contact information during the first week of September and throughout the school year if information changes; and
• inform the school of all absences, late arrivals and/or changes to departure plans of their child as soon as possible.

Here are some tips to help you get your child to school on time: