Attendance
Please email WKMS.Attendance@fcps.org the morning your student is absent with:
Students Name/Grade
Dates(s) of Absence
Reason for absence
Regular daily attendance is expected and critical to a child's academic success. Parents' support of regular daily attendance is essential. Parents are encouraged to notify the school on the day their child is absent.
A note stating the reason for absence or lateness is required upon students' return, or the absence is automatically classified as unlawful until an approved note is provided. Students who were absent from school have the responsibility to request make-up work with 3 business days upon their return. For attendance details, please see Regulation 400-98.
Families of students accumulating excessive absences will be notified routinely by letter. With continued absences, a doctor’s verification may be required for additional days beyond the monthly and quarterly maximum. IMPORTANT NOTE: Students who are granted out-of-district status and do not comply with school rules and regulations (including: attendance, truancy, tardiness, and behavior) may have their out-of-district status rescinded or denied according to FCPS Regulation 400-15.
Late Arrivals to School
Students who arrive to school after 8:00 a.m. must report to the office for a late pass. Students should have a note with them or have emailed explaining the reason for being tardy.
Family Vacations
5 days are allowed per year.
We ask that parents notify Attendance of the intended vacation prior to when the vacation occurs.