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Report Absences

At Penn-Delco, one of our greatest priorities is ensuring that all students arrive safely at each school each day. To support this, we offer an efficient student absence reporting system called SafeArrival.

Benefits of SafeArrival

SafeArrival makes it easy for you to report your child's absence promptly. Report absences before the start of the school day and no later than 11 a.m. to avoid the requirement of submitting a written note. If you do not report the absence by 11 a.m. via SafeArrival, a completed written absence form must be returned with your student.

How to Report an Absence

You can report your child's absence through SafeArrival using any of the following methods.

Use the Mobile App

  1. Download and install the SchoolMessenger app from the App Store or Google Play.
  2. Select Sign Up to create your account.
  3. Select Attendance then Report an Absence.

App Store Google Play

Use the SchoolMessenger Website

  1. Visit the SafeArrival SchoolMessenger website.
  2. Select Sign Up to create your account.
  3. Select Attendance then Report an Absence.

SafeArrival SchoolMessenger Website

Call the Toll-Free Number

Call the toll-free number (888) 635-0460 to report an absence using the automated phone system. This number is the same for all Penn-Delco schools.

Absence Reporting Reference Sheet (PDF)

Important Information

  • Your username and password are the same for both the mobile app and the website.
  • Options for reporting are available anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, up to the cutoff time on the day of the absence (11 a.m.).
  • The SchoolMessenger Communicate automated notification system will contact parents whose child is absent if the absence is not reported by 11 a.m.
    • If our system cannot reach the designated contacts and the absence is not reported by 11 a.m., parents must supply a written note.
    • If you report your child's absence using the SafeArrival toll-free number, website, or mobile app before the start of the school day, you will not receive these notifications, and you will not need to supply a written note.

If you do not use the SafeArrival system by the cutoff time of 11 a.m. on the day of your child's absence, you will have to send in a written note within 5 days of the absence. Use our electronic absence note to ensure your child's absence is recorded and considered lawful. By using the SafeArrival system, you negate the need for a written absence note.

Frequently Asked Questions