Attendance

At Clara E. Westropp, we are committed to helping every student succeed — and that starts with being present and on time every day. Here's what families need to know:

Reporting Absences:

If your child will be absent:

1. Call the school at (216) 838-6250 on the day of the absence.
2. Send a written note when your child returns. The note must include:
   • Student’s full name
   • Date(s) of absence
   • Reason for the absence
   • Parent/guardian name and signature
   • Without a written note, the absence will be marked unexcused, and your child may be considered truant.

Excused Absences

The following reasons are considered excused (per the Student Code of Conduct):

• Personal illness
• Illness in the family
• Quarantine of home
• Death of a relative
• Family responsibilities (with documentation)
• Religious holidays

Tardy Procedures

Students must be in the building by 7:35 AM. After that time, they are considered tardy.

If your child will be late:

• Call the school at (216) 838-6250
• Provide your name, your child’s name, reason for tardiness, and estimated arrival time

Tardy students must:

• Enter through the main doors
• Stop at the main office to receive a tardy pass

Partial Day Absences

• Students arriving after 9:00 AM (90 minutes after school starts) will be marked with a half-day absence.
• Early dismissals are only allowed with written documentation of a doctor’s appointment.

Why Attendance Matters

• Regular attendance ensures your child doesn’t miss key instruction in reading, math, and more.

Need Help

If you're facing challenges that make it hard for your child to attend school regularly, please reach out to our Family Support Specialist, Ms. Johnson. We’re here to help!