Truancy

The California Department of Education defines chronic absenteeism as when a student is absent for 10 percent or more of school days. This includes both excused and unexcused absences.

To prevent chronic absenteeism, truancy letters and other steps may be arranged, according to state law (CA Ed. Code Section 48260.5). The Lammersville Unified School District process is as follows:

• After 3 absences: Letter No. 1 is sent to parents via email and mailing address. 
• After 6 absences: Letter No. 2 is sent to parents via email and mailing address. A mandatory Family Collaborative Meeting will be held at the students school of attendance, to provide resources and develop an action plan. 
• After 9 absences: Letter No. 3 is sent to parents via email and mailing address. Student and parents will be required to attend a Student Attendance Review Board (SARB Hearing).  The SARB Team will provide resources and develop an action plan to assist with the students attendance.

School Attendance Review Board (SARB) Hearing Schedule for the

2023/2024 School Year: