Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! As we begin, we want to remind everyone of the critical importance of regular school attendance. Coming to school every day and on time supports academic success, builds healthy routines, and keeps students engaged in learning and social development.

📘 Attendance Expectations (NJ State Law)

• ✔️New Jersey law requires daily school attendance unless there is a valid, documented excuse (e.g., illness, religious observance, or a family emergency with appropriate notice).
• ⚠️Unexcused absences are taken seriously. At five (5) unexcused absences, a mandatory meeting will be scheduled with a Court Representative. Continued unexcused absences may result in a referral to an Essex County Judge and the Prosecutor’s Office for further legal action.

🤝 How Families Can Help

• 🕒Ensure daily, on-time attendance.
• 📝Submit documentation for any excused absence as soon as possible.
• 📞Contact us right away if your child faces challenges that may affect attendance—we’re here to help.

⏰ Tardy Policy

• 3️⃣3 or more tardies in a month → Loss of trips/activities for that month.
• 1️⃣0️⃣10 or more tardies for the year → Saturday School and loss of trips/activities.

🎉 Attendance Incentives

• 🎟️Monthly raffles (e.g., gift cards)
• 🚌Special trips and celebration parties
• 🏆Certificates/awards and schoolwide shout‑outs
• ⭐Classroom recognitions for best attendance

📲 Questions or Support?

For any attendance matters—absences, tardies, documentation, or support—please contact our Attendance Counselor:

Thank you for partnering with us. Every day counts—let’s make it a productive and successful year for all our Speedway scholars!

— Speedway Avenue School Administration