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Name and shame for absences Sixth Form

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Fatfreefaff · 22/10/2015 11:15

Apparently at DD's Sixth Form Assembly a PowerPoint slide of those with the worst attendance record was shown for all to see - including DD's name. All DDs absences have been due to MH issues and our GP has sent a letter. I have emailed the school asking if students with sick leave are included. DD was extremely upset as some days she has panic attacks and severe anxiety and literally cannot go to school. I am fuming about this - is this a thing nowadays?

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bigTillyMint · 22/10/2015 14:12

That's terribleAngry

WTAF are they putting up any absences on name and shame for sixth formers FGS?

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Fatfreefaff · 22/10/2015 12:14

Thanks I have emailed to clarify what was said and whether this policy applies to children who are off with infectious disease, broken limbs etc. It is no way to treat anyone - let alone someone already anxious.

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schokolade · 22/10/2015 11:36

That seems ridiculous!! it would be ridiculous even for unauthorized absence.

I'd email head of year pronto. If they confirm, I'd ask how having her name put up in assembly will help your DD to have fewer panic attacks/GP appointments.

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