I AM a responsible parent-REALLY!!!

Okay- it really takes a lot to offend me, but I found this letter very offensive. Chad brought it home to me today, December 1st. I am not only responsible, but I work for the district and know how important it is to clear absences AND I am a total rule follower. So- in case you can't read the letter- Here is a recap:

Chad was absent on Tuesday, September 23rd. Reminder- I got the letter on Monday, 12/1. It reads: It is the accepted practice in our district, as well as State required, to send a written note with your child when he or she returns to school, stating the exact reason for his or her absence.

Since we did not receive a note from you, will you please be so kind as to send one with your child tomorrow?

We appreciate your cooperation in this matter, knowing that it will make school procedure more effective. If you have any questions, please call the school office. For your convenience, see below.

REALLY?? Of course I have questions!! Is it accepted practice to inform your parents over 2 months after the absence and after the trimester has ended? AND if this is accepted practice, who knows about it? I have NEVER received a note from any of my students. Why have an attendance line to report absences if it is accept practice to send in a note when they return??

Let me tell you my response: Chad was sick, but I did call in to the attendance line and report the illness on the morning he was sick. I also had his work sent home with his younger brother. Is this accepted practice?

Accepted practice! Is this a new term? For the record, Chad has only been sick once this year and my other two children have perfect attendance.

Okay- now I feel better! I got it off my chest.