Attendance

Parent(s)/guardian(s)/students age 18 and older, and students who have declared their independence, must report all absences, late arrivals and/or changes to departure plans to the school in a timely manner.  Where possible, notify in advance by calling the school at (905)836-0021 and leaving a message on the answering machine or emailing the school at dr.j.m.denison.ss@yrdsb.ca 

The Attendance icon can also be accessed on our Denison school website.

An automated call/email will go home after Period 1 to notify parents/guardians of any absences or lates that haven’t been approved.  This call/email will also help as a reminder to guardians to please notify the school for any absences.  An automated call/email will also go out at the end of the day for absences and lates that haven’t been excused for the day. 

If a student has been marked absent because they were late in error, they should speak with their teacher to have it revised. 

Extended Absence Form

If your student is going to be absent from school for three or more consecutive days an Extended Absence Form should be picked up from the Main Office.  The student will take the form to each teacher to document the work and\or assignments they are responsible for during the time of the absence. The form is to be signed by the student and the parent(s)\guardian(s) and then returned to the Main Office. The form will be  reviewed and signed by the Vice Principal. The attendance system is also updated accordingly. The student should pick up the form at least one week prior to the first day of their absence.