Sept. 27, 2019 -- The Cleveland Heights-University Heights City School District has updated its student attendance policy regarding vacations, per the new
Student Code of Conduct.
Student Code of Conduct Vacation Policy Except for the last week of each semester, students are permitted to go on vacation during the school year without penalty. The purpose of this provision is to accommodate parents/guardians who must take their vacations during the school year and desire to enjoy that time as a family. Whenever a vacation is proposed, the parent(s)/guardian(s) must discuss it with the Principal. The length of the absence should be made clear, and those involved should have an opportunity to express views on its potential effects. The District will only approve a vacation absence when the student will be in the company of the parent(s)/guardian(s) or other family relatives, unless there are extenuating circumstances deemed appropriate by the Principal. The time missed will be counted as an authorized, unexcused absence, but shall not be a factor in determining grades, unless make-up work is not completed. Absence for any other type of vacation will be considered to be unexcused, and the Student will be subject to Truancy regulations.
The
Ohio Revised Code defines situations that are considered to be excused absences. If a student is absent due to extenuating circumstances, it requires superintendent approval to be considered an
excused absence.
If families have questions, please contact Superintendent Elizabeth Kirby at
[email protected] or 216-371-7330.