Attendance

NSBHS-Pre-Arranged-Attendance-Check-out-form_1.pdf

VCSAttendancePolicy.pdf

NSBHS Attendance Procedures

At New Smyrna Beach High School, regular attendance is essential to student success. Attending school each day and arriving on time helps students stay engaged and achieve their academic goals.

When an absence or early dismissal is necessary, please follow the procedures below-

 Student Check-Out Procedures

• Parents/guardians must report to the NSBHS Front Office with a valid photo ID to check out a student.
• Students may only be released to individuals listed and authorized in FOCUS.
• For student safety, check-outs by phone or email are not permitted.
• End-of-day checkouts cannot be accommodated after:
  • 3:00 PM on regular school days
  • 2:00 PM on early release days
• For planned early dismissals:
  • Complete a Prearranged Check-Out Form.
  • Forms are available in the Front Office.
  • Completed forms must be submitted before 1st period on the day of the checkout to receive a pass for dismissal.

 Reporting an Absence

If your student is absent, please notify the Attendance Office on the day of the absence:

Ms. Connie Ely, Attendance Office Specialist
cgely@volusia.k12.fl.us
386-424-2555, Ext. 38564

Please submit doctor's notes or medical documentation to the Front Office to ensure your student’s attendance record is updated accurately.

Thank you for helping us maintain accurate attendance records and for following NSBHS attendance procedures.

If you have any questions, please contact New Smyrna Beach High School for assistance.