Sometimes parents are unaware as to what is a legitimate reason for a child's whole day or partial absence.
Legitimate/Justified Reasons
"S" Sickness includes:
- Dentist appointment
- Physiotherapist appointment
- Doctors appointment
- Other Specialist appointments
"L" Leave includes:
- Family holidays
- Weddings/funerals
- Moving residence
- Serious illness or death of relative or care-provider
- Misadventure and unforeseen events eg fire or flood
- Participation in special events eg Eistedfod
"A" Unjustified Reasons
- Shopping
- Going to the movies
- Visiting a friend
- Too tired
- Slept in
- Missed the bus
- Car broke down
- Hair appointment
- Homework not finished
- Minding younger brothers and sisters