Attendance Line: 403-777-7300 ext. 1.

Please remember to report absences due to illness, appointments, lateness, etc. before 8:30 AM by calling us at the number above. Please leave a message, providing the student's name, teacher and reason for absence.

Excused Absences:

  • Illness, mental health condition or medical/dental appointment.
  • Family emergency, death or illness in the family
  • Public Health quarantine
  • Religious or cultural observance
  • Court
  • Extreme weather, transportation cancellations
  • An absence directly related to homeless status
  • Suspension from School
  • Expulsion from a school with no permission to re-enroll

Unexcused Absences

  • Any absence from school for a day or a portion there of that does not meet the above

​​​Attendance Expectations at the CBE

Regular and punctual attendance is foundational to student learning, academic achievement and long-term success. The CBE Administrative Regulation 6020 - Attendance of Students​ applies to all students, and outlines the responsibilities for students, parents and school staff.