Attendance and Academic Policies: SIGN at BOTTOM
Participation requires a significant commitment of time in addition to effort. It is absolutely essential that each member commit to the Tech Group. While we realize that there are instances in which absences are unavoidable, the policy is as follows:
■Attendance at full show runs, dress rehearsals, all performances & strike is mandatory under all circumstances!
■Absences are deemed excused or unexcused at the discretion of Mr. Schnapp. Each member is permitted no more than ONE excused absence (not including excused school absences). Such absences would include doctor or dental appointments, illness, school-sponsored activities, games, tournaments, meetings, and college interviews. Except for true emergencies, these excused absences must be authorized no less than 24 hours in advance.
■There is no tolerance of unexcused absences; ignorance is not an excuse.
■ MCPS policies regarding tardiness & absences, as reiterated in the Churchill Handbook, are strictly followed. No exceptions. You must be in class at least 4 periods in order to participate in after school activities. You must not be absent, or tardy for any class, on performance days in order to be part of the Tech Crew. READ YOUR HANDBOOK to make sure you know the MCPS policies!
■It is your responsibility to keep up with your academic classes. You must maintain an unweighted GPA of 2.5 to be part of the Tech crew. This policy is strictly enforced.