Quick Tips

Daily engagement in the learning environment is a critical component for success.  As such, Saint Francis students are expected to maintain a consistent daily attendance record.

To view your student's attendance history visit HAVALO.

• TARDIES — A student is considered tardy after the start-of-class bell rings.  If a student arrives late to class, he or she is to report to the Attendance office before going to class in order to get an Admit Slip.
   
• FULL AND PARTIAL DAY ABSENCES — Whether a student will be partially or entirely absent for the school day, the parent or guardian must notify Attendance before 9:00 a.m.
   

  • For a Full-Day Absence Only

    Please complete the Online Absence Form in Havalo.

    Report Absence

     

    How to Report a Student Absence

    Before starting, be sure you have reviewed the procedures in the "Quick Tip" section of this page.   If you are new to our attendance system, please review the following helpful instructions first. Step 1  Visit HAVALO You will see an icon for each of your students. Click on your student's name.   Step 2 Click on the Submit Absence Request button. Step 3 Complete the Step-by-Step form. Instructions for each step are provided as you go.

  • Late Arrival Form (Parent Portal)

    This form may be accessed on the Parent Portal and allows parents to notify the school when a student will be arriving 30-min or more late to a class. After 30 minutes into the class, the missed time is recorded as an absence, not a tardy. Any student arriving from a medical or dental appointment is asked to provide a note from the appointment.

    Report Late Arrival

  • Early Dismissal Form (Parent Portal)

    A parent will need to complete this form by 9:00 a.m. on the day of a student’s early dismissal from school. The parents should specify the student’s name, time to be dismissed from class, and reason for early departure. The student will be issued a pass to leave class at the designated time.  If a parent uses this form, they do not need to send a paper note with the student. School activity dismissals should not need to be noted through this form.

    Report Early Dismissal

     

• IN THE EVENT OF A PLANNED TRIP,  please send an email to attendance@sfhs.com from the parent or guardian account (include student and parent first and last names) and specify the exact dates of the trip.

How Can We Help?

Whether you’re registering for the first time, navigating a temporary situation, or need clarification about campus parking policies, the Dean’s Office is here to support you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to assist with anything related to student parking, permits, or special circumstances.