When is an absence excused?

• FBISD extracurricular activies
• Illness and medical appointments
• Required court appearances
• Religious holy days
• Activities related to obtaining U.S. citizenship
• College visits for high school juniors and seniors (up to two days)

Excuse notes should always include:

• Student's full name
• Student's student ID number
• Date(s) of absence
• Date of absence note submittal
• Reason for absence
• Parent contact information
• Absence notes can be submitted via emial to: AttendanceRTMS@fortbendisd.com

Submitting an excuse note:

• Notes must be turned in no later than five days upon returning to school.
• Notes should be given to the school's Attendance Clerk. Email messages are acceptable.
• Keep copies of all correspondence.
• Contact the Attendance Clerk or Assistant Principal if you feel any of your child's absences are incorrect.
• A medical note can be scanned and emailed directly to the campus Attendance Clerk via email at: AttendanceRTMS@fortbendisd.com.