Unauthorized absence from school is considered truancy and will be treated as such.

This includes absence from any class, study hall, or activity during the school day for which the student is scheduled. Principals may also determine whether a student is considered to be truant by failing to attend remedial instruction occurring outside of the regular school day, including but not limited to programs conducted during the summer and after the conclusion of the regular school day pursuant to state law.

If a student receives five (5) or more absences during the school year without adequate excuse, the Superintendent shall notify the parents that the student is required to attend school. If within 3 days of receiving the notice, the parent has failed to comply, the Superintendent shall notify the District Attorney General and/or local law enforcement of this fact and legal action shall be taken against the parent as provided by T.C.A. § 49-6-3007.

This does include five (5) year old students who have attended school for six (6) weeks.


T.C.A. § 49-6-3007
T.C.A. § 49-6-3001, et seq.