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Reporting Student Absences
SafeArrival App (Primary Method): Parents are requested to use the OCSB's attendance app, SafeArrival, to report student absences. This app is the primary tool for managing daily attendance and reporting why a student is away.
Alternative Reporting: If you cannot access the app, you can report absences by calling the school daily at 613-739-7131 or emailing Thomas.More@ocsb.ca. If you need to leave a message outside of school hours, you can do so on the school answering machine.
Contacting Teachers: While you are welcome to copy (cc) your child's teacher on absence emails, the main office must be your primary point of contact. Teachers are often fully engaged with their classes and may not see time-sensitive emails during the day
Late Arrivals (Sign-In Process)
Morning Bell: The morning bell rings at 8:35 AM.
Adult Accompaniment Required: Students arriving after 8:35 AM are considered late and must be signed in by an adult. For safety reasons, please park and accompany your child inside to complete the sign-in process—students may not sign themselves in, and drop-offs at the front entrance are not permitted.
QR Code Sign-In: To complete the late sign-in, the accompanying adult must scan the QR code at the school office. Please bring your mobile device with you to scan and fill out the digital sign-in form. This is an essential safety protocol to ensure all children are accounted for.
Early Sign Out Process
Advance Notice: If your child has to leave early, inform the office preferably in the morning. This gives staff enough time to coordinate with the classroom teacher and organize a smooth transition.
Office Sign-Out: You must physically sign your child out at the main office. This process keeps attendance records accurate and ensures your child is safely released to an authorized adult.
Avoid Dismissal Rush: Parents are strongly encouraged to avoid early sign-outs between 2:30 PM and 3:05 PM. This is the final transition block of the day, and the main office is extremely busy preparing the entire school for dismissal.
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