Attendance Department
The Board of Education believes that consistent attendance is crucial for student success and that missing school results in educational loss. Regular and timely attendance is expected of every student in the Lansing School District.
While some absences are unavoidable, students, parents/guardians, teachers, and administrators should work together to minimize absences and tardiness.
Attendance is a shared responsibility between the student and the parent/guardian. Parents/guardians must inform the school of any absences through the ParentVUE app or by contacting the school directly. Please note that reporting an absence does not automatically excuse it. Schools will keep parents/guardians informed about their child’s absences and attendance patterns.
Our district ensures that each student’s attendance is accurately recorded. Teachers report daily attendance, and principals ensure the records are correct.
If a student’s absences are excessive, even with a parent’s note, the school district will investigate as it may impact their education.
It is the student’s responsibility to get any missed assignments from their teachers and return them on time to make up for absences.
Bryan Crenshaw
Attendance Specialist
517-755-2805
Bryan.Crenshaw@lansingschools.net
CAK12O, Eastern, Everett, Lansing Learning Hub, Lansing Tech, Lewton, Pattengill, Post Oak, Sexton, Wexford
Charles Timms II
Attendance Specialist
517-755-2803
Charles.Timms@lansingschools.net
Attwood, Averill, Cavanaugh, Cumberland, Dwight Rich, Forest View, Gardner, Gier Park, Lyons, Mt. Hope, North, Sheridan Road, Willow
Is My Child's Absence Excused?
An absence is excused if it falls under one of the following reasons:
- Homebound Instruction
- In-School Suspension
- School-Related Activity
- Medical (Must bring a note from the provider)
Please use the ParentVUE app to report absences. Note that reporting an absence does not automatically excuse it unless it meets one of the criteria above.
STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES
Students are expected to arrive at school before school begins each day. The importance of regular attendance is a lesson to be learned in school. Missing school means missing out on valuable educational opportunities.
A K-12 student is considered absent when they miss the entire class period.
