JCS Policy Code 4120 states a students' absences may be excused for "the participation in a valid educational opportunity, such as travel or service  as a legislative or Governor's page, with prior approval from the Principal.  The excused absences shall be limited to five (5) school days per year, unless extended by the Principal upon a showing of extraordinary circumstances."   At WJHS, a student's absences associated with a family trip will be excused and waived if the student has at least a C average in all classes and no missing assignments at the time of the trip.  

All requests should be turned in two weeks in advance of the date(s) you are requesting to be off campus. Turn in this document to the Attendance Office in Student Services and once the Principal has approved or unapproved your trip, you will be notified via email from the Attendance Receptionist.

Kindly email the Attendance Receptionist with any questions.