INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 196
Rosemount, Minnesota
Educating our students to reach their full potential
Series Number 503.2.1.1P
Adopted May 2005
Revised
Truancy Notice to Parent or Guardian
Title
Date
Dear Parent or Guardian:
This letter is to inform you that your child ___________________ is considered truant
from ______________ School. He/She has been absent without excuse for _________ days.
A record of his or her attendance at school is attached. If there is a valid excuse for your
child’s absence, please notify the school immediately at (_____)_____________________.
As a parent, you are obligated to compel the attendance of your child at school
pursuant to Minnesota Statute 120A.22. Parents who fail to meet this obligation may be
subject to prosecution under section 120A.34 and this letter serves as notification
required by that section of the law.
Alternative educational programs and services may be available to your child if you
wish, and you have the right to meet with school personnel to discuss solutions to your
child’s truancy.
If your child continues to be truant, he/she may also be subject to juvenile court
proceedings under Chapter 260C. If your child is subject to court proceedings, he/she
may be subject to suspension, restriction or delay of your child’s driving privilege
pursuant to Section 206C.201, and it is recommended that as a parent or guardian, you
accompany your child to school and attend classes with your child for one (1) day.
Sincerely,
School Principal
c: Cumulative File
Procedures/500 Series/503.2.1.1P
5-24-05