Attendance
How to Report an Absence
To report your student’s absence or tardiness, you have three options:
- Email:
Send an email to RSMAttendance@svusd.org with the details of the absence. - Respond to Parent Square Messages:
If you receive a notification or message about your student’s absence via Parent Square, please respond directly to confirm or provide further details.
Important Reminders:
- Please report absences before 9:00 AM on the day your student will be absent or late.
- You have 3 days to verify an absence. After 3 days, the absence will be marked as truant.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO ATTENDANCE AND COMMUNICATION!
Early Dismissal Process for Parents and Students
NO PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR EARLY DISMISSAL
1. SEND A NOTE
Have your student bring a note to the Attendance Office before school or during snack.
Include:
- Student’s name
- Dismissal time
- Reason
- Name of person picking them up (The person picking up must be listed on the emergency contact card.)
2. GET A SLIP
Your student will receive an early dismissal slip and show it to their teacher when it’s time to leave.
3. PICK UP
Come to the Attendance Office with a valid photo ID and sign your student out.
4. LAST-MINUTE?
Parents/guardians may come to the office in person with ID to request a release.
Please plan ahead—last-minute requests may take time while we locate and release your student from class.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
FLEX TIME
Students cannot be released during Flex Time (12:07–12:31 PM, Tuesday–Friday) unless arranged in advance by a note.
DOCTOR/DENTIST APPOINTMENTS
Appointments must be verified by the provider. If they cannot be verified, the absence will be recorded as personal.
Thank you for helping us keep early dismissals safe and efficient!