5112.1 — Exemptions From Attendance (BP)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
This policy establishes that all students ages 6-18 must attend school full-time, but allows the Superintendent to grant exemptions in specific situations permitted by California law. Last revised October 18, 2022, the policy ensures exemptions serve students' best interests and cannot be used as disciplinary punishment. The district may request written proof that a student qualifies for an exemption under state Education Code provisions. Legal exemptions might include situations like enrollment in private school, completion of high school requirements, medical conditions, employment permits for certain students, or other circumstances defined in California's compulsory education laws (Education Code 48200-48341). The policy balances mandatory attendance requirements with flexibility for legitimate exceptions while preventing misuse of exemptions to remove students for behavioral reasons.
What this means for your family
Your child ages 6-18 must attend school unless they qualify for a legal exemption (such as private schooling, medical needs, or work permits). If you believe your child qualifies for an exemption, the Superintendent can approve it with proper documentation. Importantly, the district cannot use exemptions to kick out your child for disciplinary problems—different rules apply for suspension or expulsion situations.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.