“Child” means an individual of school age as defined by state law.

“Knowingly” means, with respect to conduct or to a circumstance described by a provision of law defining an offense, that a person is aware that their conduct is of that nature or that the circumstance exists; when knowledge of the existence of a particular fact is an element of an offense or violation, that knowledge is established if a person is aware of a substantial probability of its existence, unless that person actually believes it does not exist.

“Notice” means in-person or telephonic notification, or written notification of an absence via email, facsimile transmission, hand delivery, or U.S. Mail received by the school. Notice is considered to be timely when it is (A) not required to be prior notice and (B) is received by the school no later than the close of business on the second school attendance day following any absence requested to be excused. Notices must be provided by the parent, guardian, or person responsible for the child, must clearly state the reason for the absence, and must include a working telephone number, if one exists, so that the school official can confirm the excuse within regular school hours.

“Tardy” means unexcused arrival at school or a specified class, as applicable, after the scheduled starting time. (Ord. 2019-09 § 2, 2019; Ord. 2014-28 § 2, 2014. 2004 Code § 9.20.010.)