When a student is away 1 – 5 days for vacation, please let the office know and attendance will be entered as A-Parent Approved.

The following forms are to be completed if the student will be:

When a student will be away for 6 – 15 days.

FS-23-TW – 6-15 day Temp Withdrawal Form

• If a student is away for 6 days or more, up to a total of 15 consecutive days:

  • The parent/legal guardian can submit the form prior to departure.

  • If the form is received in advance, the student will be marked as “G – temporary withdrawal” for all consecutive days away up to 15 days.

  • If the student does not return by day 16, they will be removed from the enrolment register on their first day of non-attendance (e.g. day of their departure).

When a student will be away for 16 or more consecutive days.

FS-23-PS – Program of Study Form-16 days or more

• The parent must submit the form prior to departure for the program of study to be considered.

• The principal will determine if a program of study will meet Ministry requirements. E.g.:

  • Is a temporary measure

  • There is a specified period of time on the form (i.e. not indefinite)

  • Will help the student to meet the curriculum requirements covered while away

  • Provided the program of study is followed, the student could complete the course or grade

  • Will return to complete the grade or the course in the same school year

Temporary Withdrawal forms cannot be used for medical reasons.