Excused Absences

Excused absences may be honored retroactively with appropriate documentation. Retroactive excused absences will be no more than 10 days after the date of the absence. No absences will be honored after the end of the term. Exceptions to this policy are limited and made on a case-by-case basis.

Excused absences are provided to students who provide appropriate documentation signed by a licensed professional. Submit documentation in a PDF, JPEG, or PNG file below. Excused absences include:

• Documented medical reason
• Death of a loved one
• Jury Duty or Interview with a Lawyer/Law Enforcement Officer
• Other; Please include typed letters with documentation explaining reasoning.
• High School Sanctioned Event, verified by school personnel.

ACCEPTABLE DOCUMENTATION

Excused absence dates, or range of dates, must be listed on documentation. Documentation must be signed by a licensed/qualified professional. Obituaries do not require a signature.

UNACCEPTABLE DOCUMENTATION

Handwritten notes requesting an excused absence will not be accepted. Documentation that cannot be verified by a licensed/qualified professional may be denied. Transportation issues or internet connectivity issues do not qualify for an excused absence.

Students who do not qualify for an excused absence are encouraged to communicate with the instructor regarding arrangements.

If you have questions or need further assistance, contact the Office of Accessibility Services Student Access Coordinator, Aspen Monsma.

Contact Information:

access@blueridgectc.edu

304.260.4380 ext. 2117 (call)

304.745.2335 (text)

 

Request an Excused Absence