* School District Policy: Each school district in Virginia sets its own attendance policy. Some districts might be more lenient than others.
* School's Individual Policy: Even within a district, individual schools might have slightly different interpretations or applications of the policy.
* Grade Level: Attendance policies might be stricter for older students.
* Reasons for Absence: Excused absences (doctor's notes, family emergencies) are generally treated differently than unexcused absences. Chronic illness might also be considered differently than occasional absences.
* Student's Performance: Even with many absences, a student who consistently performs well in class might still pass. Conversely, a student with fewer absences but consistently poor performance might still fail.
To find out the specific attendance policy and its implications for passing a grade, you must contact the student's school or school district directly.