Reporting Absences
Attendance Policy and Guidelines
In the Fountain Valley School District, student success starts with consistent attendance. To help your child excel at school, ensure they attend at least 96% of the school year—that’s a maximum of 8 absences during a 180-day school year. Missing just one day per month can put your child at a disadvantage compared to peers who are consistently present.
Reporting an Absence
If your child will be absent, notify the school promptly using one of the following methods:
- Email: [email protected]
(This can be done 24 hours a day.) - Call the Office: (714) 378-4210 or (714) 378-4211
Office hours 7:45 A.M. - 3:45 pm
Be sure to include the following information when reporting an absence:
- Child’s Name
- Teacher’s Name
- Date of Absence
- Reason for Absence
- Name of Person Providing Information and Relationship to the Child
Important Notes
- Absences must be reported within two days of a child's absence.
- Absences without a parent notification or written excuse are recorded as unexcused.
- To have absences for religious holidays excused, they must be reported before the date of the absence.
- If you want homework, please email the teacher directly. Refer to the Staff Directory for teacher emails.