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Attendance

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When a student is absent for one or more class periods, an automated phone call will be sent to the parent/guardian the evening of the absence.

Families can review absences through the ParentVUE app or at parentvue.pwcs.edu

Families can submit same day absences through the ParentVue App or website

Families can submit excuse notes for absences by emailing the school attendance office at [email protected]

NEW THIS YEAR (2025-2026)

  • LEAVE EARLY REQUEST: Students are not permitted to receive passes during their scheduled lunch break. To ensure a smooth and timely release, please plan accordingly and arrange for your child to receive their pass outside of their lunch period.
  • LEAVE EARLY REQUEST: Please do not use the CCHS Attendance email address OR ParentVUE when requesting early dismissals. Early dismissals received in ParentVUE or the CCHS Attendance email will be denied.
  • PWCS Attendance Guidelines Website: Please visit the PWCS Attendance Website for more information regarding division policies and updates for the current school year.

How Do I Submit An Excuse Note for My Child?

  • Same day or absences pre-arranged (up to 30 days in advance), submit the absence through the ParentVUE App or at parentvue.pwcs.edu
  • Absences from previous days are submitted by sending an email to the school attendance email [email protected]
    • Send the excuse note from an the email associated with your ParentVUE account
    • Include the student's first name, last name, and grade level
    • Include the date(s) or periods of absences.
    • Include the reason for the absence
      • absence notes should be submitted within five days of the absence

How Do I Submit an Early Dismissal for My Child?

Helpful Hints

  • Please note: ONLY a Parent/Guardian can authorize or request the release of a student.
  • Early Dismissal Requests must be complete and processed by 1:45pm.
  • Send a note with your student that includes:
    • Student's first and last name
    • Reason for early dismissal
    • Daytime phone number
    • Date and parent signature
    • Call the school at 571-374-6550and ask to speak to the administrative assistant listed below that corresponds with the last name of the student

Helpful Reminders:

Only parents and guardians may authorize the early release of a student.

Do not email or submit early dismissal requests through the ParentVUE app

Early dismissal requests must be submitted before 1:45 pm

What if I Want to Come in Person to Pick Up my Child Early?

Helpful Reminders:

Only a parent or guardian can authorize or request the release of the student
Early dismissal request must be made prior to 1:45 pm
  • Bring a valid photo ID
  • See the attendance administrative assistant
    • enter the main entrance and immediate office on the left

How Do I Submit a Tardy Excuse Note for My Child?

  • Email the school attendance office [email protected]
  • Send in a tardy note with your student
    • Reason for the tardy
    • Date
    • Parent Signature and daytime contact number

Special Note: Absence notes received will be noted upon receipt; but period/daily attendance may not change immediately.

If there are questions or concerns about your student's attendance reach out to the administrative assistant that corresponds to your student's last name as listed below: