How to Call In a Student Absence + Make-Up Work
To let the school know if a student will be absent, parents or guardians listed in Infinite Campus can call the main number, 515-633-4700. If the student will be late or needs to leave early, a note should be sent with the student to show the teacher at the time of release. The note should then be taken to the office to sign out. Alternatively, you can use the Indian Hills email ihattendance@wdmcs.org to report absences, providing details like the student's name, number, date/time, and reason.
If a student arrives late or leaves early, they must sign in and out in the office and get a pass to class.
During school hours, students can see the nurse if they're not feeling well. The nurse will help them decide whether to stay or leave school, and the student should then check out in the office. It's important not to just text or call to be picked up without going through the nurse or the office.
For missed assignments, students should contact their instructor. They have two days to make up work for each day of an excused absence, up to six school days for multiple consecutive excused absences. The teacher may extend the time allowed for make-up work at their discretion. It's recommended for students to talk to teachers in advance if they know about planned absences.
