Policy JHB
Truancy
School Board Approved: June 6, 2005
Unauthorized absence from school is considered truancy and will be treated as such in accordance with the rules of the Parent-Student Handbook.
Any staff member aware of a student leaving a class or the school grounds without permission shall report the departure immediately to the Principal.
Legal References:
RSA 193:1, Duty of Parent; Compulsory Attendance by Pupil
RSA 193:16, Bylaws as to Nonattendance