WBMS Attendance Policy
To notify the school of an absence, you may call 562-3900 ext. 34008 and leave a voice message with the student's name, grade, and reason for absence. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PHONE CALL DOES NOT EXCUSE THE ABSENCE! The call lets us know you are aware of your child's absence and prevents us from calling you. A written acceptable excuse (in compliance with RCPS policy) must be submitted to the attendance office when the student returns to school.
You may also email the attendance office at wbmattendance@rcps.us
CHECK OUT PROCEDURE
Please note that students cannot be checked out of school per a phone call. An authorized emergency contact may come to the school with a PHOTO ID and sign the student out at the attendance window. Only persons listed on the student's emergency card will be allowed to sign the student out.
OUT OF TOWN TRIPS
A minimum of two days prior written notice must be submitted to the attendance office for out-of-town trips to be considered excused. Once submitted, the student will be issued a Prior Notice Form that must be signed by all teachers and returned to the attendance office prior to the absence. Failure to follow these procedures will result in the absence(s) being unexcused.