Excuse Notes

HOW TO SUBMIT EXCUSE NOTES

According to Dallas ISD Policy, parents should turn in an excuse note within three days of returning to school.

• Excuse notes can be submitted in person to ROOM 116 or send as an attachment via email to LTREJO@DALLASISD.ORG 
  • Excuse notes must include
    • Student Name
    • ID Number
    • Grade
    • Date of Absence
    • Reason for Absence.
    • Parent/ Guardian Signature and phone number
    • Click Here to download a blank excuse/absence note (optional).

WHAT TYPES OF ABSENCES MAY BE EXCUSED?

• Child's illness or injury (Parent Note – up to four days)
• Family Emergency 
• Death of a family member (Funeral Home Program)
• Doctor or Dental Appointments 
• Religious Holy Days
• Court Appearances 
• DMV for Learner Permit or Driver's License 
• College Visit (Must be on College Letterhead)
• Citizenship ceremony/appointment 

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TURN AROUND TIME:

• 5 – 7 Business Days
• Please do not submit duplicate excuse notes as this will delay the process.

 

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