Attendance

Attendance Matters

Every day counts. Regular attendance helps students stay engaged, build strong relationships, and achieve academic success. Missing too much school—even for excused absences—can make it difficult to keep up with learning.

If your child will be absent, please notify your school's front office as soon as possible.

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Middle & High School Attendance

Truancy vs. Chronic Absenteeism

Truancy refers to unexcused absences from school and may result in interventions required by Arizona law.

Chronic Absenteeism means missing 10% or more of the school year (approximately 18 days), whether absences are excused or unexcused. Students who are chronically absent are at greater risk of falling behind academically.

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When Should My Child Stay Home?

Students who are ill should stay home to recover and help prevent the spread of illness. When they are feeling better and symptom-free according to school health guidelines, they should return to school as soon as possible.

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Attendance Support

Humboldt Unified School District partners with families to support positive attendance habits. When attendance becomes a concern, schools will communicate with families through letters, phone calls, conferences, and other interventions to identify barriers and connect families with available support.

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Need Assistance?

If you have questions or concerns about your child's attendance, please contact your school's front office. We're here to help every student attend, achieve, and succeed.

For additional attendance resources, visit AttendanceWorks.org.