Some people had been asking about the form, so I’ve moved this back up top…you can download the excused absence form below.
Remember that using the form does not guarantee the coaches will excuse your absence. If you want to ditch to go play Candy Crush, it does not matter how long in advance you ask, that is not excused! Also things that are ‘choices’ as alternatives to practice–after school extension classes, clubs, etc–are not excused (you can use your five free absences for those). We will excuse things that, in our judgement, are unique and valuable–interviews with President Obama, your grandmother’s birthday, accepting a science award you won–are all good reasons. Also, the earlier you let us know that you are going to be gone, the more likely you are excused (though again, not guaranteed). And the more responsible you appear!