This is a reminder of our attendance procedures.  If you have any questions regarding attendance or your child’s attendance record, please reach out to Carol McQuaid, Attendance Secretary at carol_mcquaid@hcpss.org or 410-313-5030. 

If your child is absent for any reason, please send an email to RESabsence@hcpss.org. Please include the reason for the absence. i.e. sick, mental health day, Dr. Appointment.  These absences are all considered excused.  Vacation/Trips are not excused.  (See Local Discretionary Days) 

LOCAL DISCRETIONARY DAYS 

Each school year, every student receives 3 Local Discretionary Days.  These days are meant to be used for special family events, including vacations/trips, and are considered excused absences.  The LD form needs to be filled out and sent to RESabsence@hcpss.org at least one week prior to the expected absence for approval.  Here is the fillable form Local Discretionary Form (Rev. New).pdf