At this time of year absences can build up, particularly if your child/children have been ill during the year.
Once these absences reach 20 days the school is under obligation to forward notification that the 20 day threshold has been reached to TUSLA, the child and family agency. If your child has reached 20 days absent, the school will send a letter home to confirm the dates and to gather notes not already received to cover said dates, to explain those absences; due to illness, family emergency etc.
If your child has missed more than 15 days a note will be sent home simply for your information.
Please do not be unduly concerned about this ’20 day threshold’ as the absences are for a genuine reason. It is a mandatory process with which all schools must comply. Attendance in our school is excellent and above the national average.