Attendance

Regular participation is essential to student success in a virtual learning environment. Students enrolled in iLearn Institute are expected to actively engage in their coursework, attend required live instructional sessions, and make consistent academic progress throughout the school year.

As a public school within Lenoir City Schools, iLearn follows all Tennessee attendance laws and district attendance policies. State law recognizes excused absences for reasons such as illness, death in the family, recognized religious observances, and other qualifying circumstances. Five unexcused absences constitute truancy under Tennessee law.

Students who experience attendance concerns may receive additional supports and interventions as outlined in the iLearn Student Progress & Support Plan.

How Attendance Is Recorded

Attendance in iLearn is based on active participation in learning rather than physical presence in a classroom.

Student attendance is determined by:

• Completion of assigned coursework according to established deadlines.
• Participation in required live instructional sessions.
• Continued engagement and progress in each enrolled course.

Students are expected to remain on pace with the course calendar. While students are encouraged to work ahead when appropriate, they should not fall behind in their coursework.

Live Instruction

Live instruction is an important part of the iLearn experience. These sessions provide opportunities for direct instruction, collaboration, feedback, and meaningful interaction with teachers and classmates.

• Students in grades K-8 are expected to participate in teacher-directed live instructional sessions.
• Students enrolled in designated high school courses, including End-of-Course (EOC) courses, are expected to participate in required live instructional sessions as scheduled by their teacher.

Students with documented medical needs may receive accommodations as determined by the school.

Reporting an Absence

Parents or guardians should notify the school whenever a student will be absent by calling, emailing, or submitting a parent note in accordance with Lenoir City Schools attendance procedures.

If an absence impacts a student's ability to complete coursework or participate in required live instruction, families should communicate with teachers as soon as possible so appropriate support can be provided.

Technology Expectations

Because instruction is delivered virtually, families are responsible for providing reliable internet access and an appropriate learning environment for their student.

Virtual instruction may continue during weather-related closures or other situations that impact traditional school operations. Families will receive communication from Lenoir City Schools regarding any changes to the instructional schedule.

If unexpected technology issues occur, families should communicate with their student's teacher as soon as possible so appropriate support can be provided.

Communication

Teachers are committed to maintaining timely communication with students and families. Families are encouraged to communicate questions or concerns as early as possible, particularly when assistance is needed before an assignment or assessment deadline.

Call In

Attendance Supervisor – (865) 988-2070
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E-MAIL

The attendance email for Lenoir City Elementary is: lcesattendance@lenoircityschools.net
The attendance email for Lenoir City Intermediate/Middle is: lcmsattendance@lenoircityschools.net 
The attendance email for Lenoir City High is: lchsattendance@lenoircityschools.net
The attendance email for the iLearn Institute is ilearnattendance@lenoircityschools.net

Parent Note

Each student is allowed a total of five call-ins, or e-mails or parent notes (subject to verification) for the school year. These absences may be excused for the following reasons:

• Student personal illness    
• Illness in immediate family    
• Death in immediate family                        
• Medical or dental appointment    
• Court appointment (with documentation)
• Church trip with notes on church letterhead
• Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) visit - 1/2 day only with verification from DMV
• Any absence with extenuating circumstances must be approved by the principal prior to absence

After five call-ins, or e-mails or parent notes documentation of a student’s absence must be excused by bringing in a note (subject to verification) to the attendance secretary or student services from one of the following:                            

• Doctor
• Dental
• Court                            

College Visits: Per LCBOE policy, Students wishing to make a college visit during the school year must submit to the principal prior notice from his/her parent/guardian specifying the date of the school visit. The student must return with a signed letter or form from a campus official verifying the visit. The student will be counted present for the day of the college visit only, but will not be counted present during any travel days.

All notes should be turned in the day the child returns to school. Notes will not be accepted after the third day of the student’s return.

Tennessee law (TCA, 49-6-30) requires Lenoir City Schools to hold a conference with each parent and student that reach five unexcused absences. A progressive truancy intervention plan will be written with a specific description of school attendance expectations, guidelines and penalties for additional absences. Parents will be sent a letter by the Attendance Supervisor to schedule a conference.        

A student is considered truant on the 5th unexcused day absence occurring anytime during the school year. If attendance policies are not followed, parents and/or legal guardians may receive notice to appear before the truancy board. If your child is going to be home due to illness for over two weeks, you may want to inquire about the possibility of a homebound teacher. Please call (865) 988-2070, option 4 for further clarification and information on attendance.