Absence Procedure
Illness - Parents must call / notify the school within five days of absence. Unverified absences will be considered unexcused absences.
Doctor's Appointments, Early Dismissal - Parent must request early dismissal for their children from the attendance office.
Extended Absences - Parent or guardian must notify the attendance office for a contract of independent study five school days in advance of a trip or extended absence. This will give students credit for missed classroom time. If a contract is not obtained, this absence will be unexcused. Your student's grade will be adversely affected. Extended trips / personal leaves are discouraged during the school year. Please avoid making appointments for your students during the school day.
To report an absence:
Please email the Perry office at [email protected] and provide the following information:

- Student's first and last name
- Student's Teacher
- Date of absence and expected number of days child will be absent
- Reason for absence
Please be sure to use the official email address we have for you in your child's record.
You are still welcome to call 619-860-5300 with the same information, however, email is preferred.