Please complete the form for each child to Report an Absence 

or call the office at (909) 591-2653

Importance of Attendance

Regular school attendance is crucial for children's future success. A strong academic foundation helps students excel and achieve their goals. Attending class every day, for the entire day, is key to mastering grade-level skills and graduating high school.

School Schedule

School starts daily at 7:50 a.m., so students should be seated and ready for instruction. To help, we offer breakfast and supervision from 7:10 - 7:40 a.m.

Attendance Matters

Please make illness the only reason for absences. Missing school means missing important lessons, and catching up can be challenging. Last year, Dickson's attendance rate was 93%. Our goal is to reach a 96.5% attendance rate. This year’s campaign is ATTEND TODAY, ACHIEVE TOMORROW! The school with the highest attendance in each feeder group will win a trophy and a pizza party from the District!

Classroom Competitions

We will also have weekly attendance competitions in classrooms. Students with absences or tardies will be invited to attend Saturday School. Families with excessive absences (10%), tardies, or leaving early will be asked to attend a SART Meeting (School Attendance Review Team) with school administration to discuss how we can provide support. 

How You Can Help

Healthy school attendance is a team effort. Here’s how you can support:

• Prepare: Get lunches, bookbags, and outfits ready the night before.

• Schedule: Plan medical visits after school hours.

• Plan: Arrange family activities when school is not in session.

• Limit Absences: Only keep your child home if they have a contagious illness or have a fever over 101°.

• Communicate: Talk to your child about their feelings about school.

• Inform: Share the importance of consistent attendance.

• Reach Out: Contact teachers or staff for assistance.

With your support, we can achieve the attendance goal of 96.5% and help students build confidence, friendships, academic skills, and life skills.

Let's Prioritize Attendance!

If you're facing any challenges, please let us know how we can help.

Reminder:

If students arrive after the 7:50 a.m. bell, please sign them in. This ensures accurate attendance records. Students arriving late will be marked tardy, regardless of their entry point. We welcome every student warmly, but we want them to get every minute of learning!