Report Absences

How Do I Report an Absence?

If your child will be absent, please notify the school as soon as possible using one of the methods below.

Option 1: Call the School

Call the Canyon Creek Elementary front office at (559) 645-3520 and speak with the front office receptionist to report your child's absence.

Option 2: Report the Absence Through ParentSquare

Parents and guardians can report student absences directly through ParentSquare using one of the following methods.

Method 1: Respond to an Attendance Alert

1. Open the ParentSquare app or click the link in the automated absence text message or email you received.
2. Locate the attendance notification indicating that your child was marked absent.
3. Select Send Note to School (or Send Response).
4. Enter the reason for your child's absence.
5. Click Submit to send your note directly to the school's attendance office.

Method 2: Send a Direct Message

1. Open the ParentSquare app and navigate to your child's school.
2. Select Messages from the bottom menu.
3. Tap the + (plus) icon and choose Direct Messages.
4. Search for and select the school's Attendance Office or Attendance Clerk.
5. Type your message and include the following information:
   • Student's full name
   • Grade level
   • Date(s) of the absence
   • Reason for the absence
6. Select Send.