Chronic Absenteesim

The new law, Senate File 2435, deals with attendance and chronic absenteeism.

The district is revising the current attendance codes in Infinite Campus to ensure compliance with the new law changes. The district goal is to streamline our student attendance procedures and create consistency between the grade levels and buildings. You can find further information here.

Please contact your building or the district office, 641.792.5809, if you have questions, your patience is appreciated.

Board Policy 501.09

Chronic Absenteeism: Senate File 2435

Senate File 2435 was signed into law on May 9, 2024 with an effective date of July 1, 2024. SF2435 details public school attendance requirements.

SF2435 requires specific school actions based on a student’s rate of non-exempt absences.

What this means for our Cardinal Families:

If a student misses

10%

of the grading period, the school will send a letter to the Jasper County Attorney & student’s guardian.

If a student misses

15%

of the grading period, a school engagement meeting will be held. All must attend: student, guardian, & a school official.

If a student misses

20%

of the grading period, truancy proceedings will be initiated with the Jasper County Attorney

What is a Grading Period?

NCSD grading period	10%	15%	20%
1st Semester	9 days	13 days	18 days
2nd Semester	9 days	13 days	18 days

Why Attendance is Important

Build routines that help reduce stress
Connect with their friends and teachers
Engage in learning

chronic absenteeism guidelines