Education

Excused Absence Period for MCPS Students Concerned About COVID-19 Ends Today

Montgomery County Public Schools sent out the following community message:

Dear MCPS Families,

The period of excused absences for students and their families who remained concerned about attending school due to COVID-19 expires today, Feb. 11.

Beginning Monday students are expected to attend school in-person and if absent they must provide a reason for that absence as is allowed under the MCPS Guide to Students Rights and Responsibility

Students may miss school for the following reasons only:

  • Death in the immediate family
  • Student illness
  • Court summons
  • Doctor/Medical appointments
  • Pregnancy and parenting needs
  • Observance of a religious holiday
  • State emergency
  • Suspension

For more information visit the MCPS Guide to Students Rights and Responsibility

Montgomery County Public Schools