Our goal is to make this process as smooth and straightforward as possible. Before submitting a request for permission to take off, please review our Absence Policy to ensure your plans align with the guidelines below.

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Academic Responsibility During Absences:

Students are required to make up any classwork, homework, or assessments missed while absent. We strongly encourage students to speak with their teachers in advance of their absence to receive assignments or guidance, ensuring they remain on top of their schoolwork. The Dean of Students is available to support students in completing all missed work and staying on track academically.

 

Non-recurring Appointments:

• Email the front office- office@lghschicago.org 24 hours prior to the scheduled appointments. Include the date, time the student will leave and return to school, and the reason for absences. 

• If this is a last minute appointment, call the front office in addition to emailing. 

 

Recurring Appointments:

• Recurring appointments must be scheduled with the Director of Student Services. The nature of the appointment will be kept confidential. Email: behven@lghschicago.org  

 

Special Occasion Travel:

Our Partnership With You

We deeply value the importance of family milestones and simchas, and we are here to partner with you to ensure your daughter can celebrate these moments while maintaining her school responsibilities. Please never hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Wineberg with questions, requests or concerns, we are here to work with you and support your family.

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• If your request fits within the below guidelines, simply complete the form below; no further action is required.
   

• If your request falls outside the allotted guidelines, or is for other reasons then listed below, please email Mrs. Wineberg at swineberg@lghschicago.org to request an exception. Please include in the email reason, dates and times of travel. Once permission is granted, you can complete the form below.

 

Type A Simchas:

These include Bris, Bar/Bas Mitzvas, L’chaims, and Chassunas of siblings, uncles, and aunts.

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• Permission is automatically granted for Type A Simchas (no yearly limit) as follows:
   

  • Bris, Bar/Bas Mitzva / L’chaim / Chasuna of an Aunt or Uncle: Up to 2 full school days, including travel.
     

  • Sibling’s Chasuna: Up to 5 school days, including travel.
     

• Parents must submit all requests at least 2 weeks in advance (unless the event was not known earlier).
   

Type B Simchas:

These include a cousin’s wedding, immediate family gatherings, or other events parents deem extremely necessary.

• Limit of 1 Type B Simcha per semester (in rare or extenuating circumstances, a second may be allowed in the same semester).
   

• If a student has already attended 3 or more Type A Simchas in the school year, Type B Simchas will not be allowed.
   

• Parents must notify the School at least 2 weeks in advance.

• Time allotments are the same as for a Type A Bar Mitzva / L’chaim (up to 2 full school days including travel).