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Attendance

Regular and prompt attendance is necessary for student progress and becomes part of the student’s permanent record. Poor attendance is a major cause for failure and dropping out of school. Both students and parents/guardians share the responsibility for good attendance. 

Detailed information about Attendance Expectations are outlined in the Student Handbook. Please read through the full policies, so you are aware of the expectations and discipline actions for noncompliance of the policies.

REPORTING YOUR CHILD'S ABSENCE
Whether you are excusing an all day absence, or need to have your student leave early or arrive late, please use the following methods of communication.

  • You may call the school office at: 414-766-5100, press 1 for Attendance, and leave a message on the voicemail (a live person will no longer answer attendance calls). Voicemail messages left on our attendance line will not receive a call back from the Attendance Office;  or
  • Complete the online form through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal (NEW 2025-26)
  • PLEASE DO NOT USE ParentSquare to send messages regarding a student's attendance.

If your child will be out for a pre-arranged long-term absence, a form must be completed prior to the absence. The form is available from an Associate Principal.

STUDENTS LEAVING DURING SCHOOL DAY
All passes for students to leave the building is done electronically through Infinite Campus - parents can request a pass through their Parent Portal in Infinite Campus, and students must check out at the Main Office with Attendance before leaving the building. All pick-ups once school has started will be at Door 9 (main entrance).

We ask that parents do not just walk-in for an immediate student dismissal, whenever possible. It takes time to find your child and get them released. If you do walk-in, please be prepared to provide a valid photo ID - no child will be released to someone who does not have identification.

For questions or concerns about student attendance, please contact Ryan Stoltz, Dean of Students.
414-766-5172
rstoltz@sdsm.k12.wi.us

ATTENDANCE LETTERS
Attendance letters are sent weekly to notify parents of attendance concerns. Contact Ryan Stoltz, Dean of Students, with any questions.

414-766-5172
rstoltz@sdsm.k12.wi.us

HOMEWORK FOR ABSENT STUDENTS
When students are absent, they can email their teachers for homework requests or check in Google Classroom. Should there be extenuating circumstances requiring a long-term absence, parents should contact the student's guidance counselor.