[Date]

[School name]

[Address]

[phone]

Matter [RE:........]

Dear[School administrator]

Please be advised that [student name] will be absent between[date] and [date]. We request
that his absence be excused.

This is because of a planned family vacation which is out of the state for family bonding as my
student has not seen her extended family for years. I believe its an experience she needs and
will also learn so much including some school related things. I would be greatly appreciative
if you would let her other teachers know so they can hold assignments and tests for her to
make catching up possible upon return.

Thank you for paying attention to this and don't hesitate to contact me for any additional
information needed.

Yours sincerely/ faithfully