A leave application to a teacher for fever is a simple letter written by a student to his teacher, asking for permission to be absent from school for a short period of time so as to take care of oneself.
It shows a sense of responsibility on the part of the student; it shows that the student has the good sense to make it known to the school authorities that he is sick, instead of just disappearing from class, and leaving everyone wondering what has happened.
Furthermore, in the case of important school activities such as tests and examinations, this will serve as a record, and a possible premise for rescheduling the exams for the particular student. It will go a long way to show that the student is reasonable and competent.
Sample Leave Application Letter To Class Teacher For Fever
Having highlighted the benefits of writing this letter, it is important that it be written properly; this is to ensure that it achieves the purpose for which it is written. Furthermore, there is every likelihood that this letter will be filed as part of your academic and character record; which means that you want it to look good.
The following are examples of how to write this letter, making it brief and straight to the point, but nevertheless effective.
When Sure Of The Illness
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Recipient’s Name),
I am writing to request a leave of [Enter number of days] as I am suffering from a fever. I have been directed to stay indoors while taking medications for this fever which from its symptoms is most likely a flu.
This absence will help me recover and ensure the safety of my classmates, especially because this illness, with its fever is highly contagious.
I will return to class shortly, and will make sure I immediately catch up on school assignments, and classwork.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
In the example above, public safty will no doubt come ahead of any other consideration. Furthermore, it is difficult to believe that a teacher will have anything but respect and admiration for a student who is able to craft such a respectful and well worded letter.
In the example below, the student does not even know for sure what the illness is, nor how many days it will take to recover.
When Not Sure Of The Illness
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Recipient’s Name),
I am writing to request a leave of a few days, starting now, as I am currently down with a fever. Sadly, I do not know what the illness is, but I have been directed to stay indoors for observation, after which I may proceed to the hospital, or continue treatment at home.
Although I do not yet know if the illness is transmissible but I believe it is wiser and safer to stay away from class so as to ensure public safety.
I am positive that I will return to class in a few days, and that I will catch up with whatever classwork I have missed.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
That is a letter with a positive note about it, even though the writer has no idea whether he will be absent for a few days or a few weeks. Nevertheless, there is every possibility that the teacher will accept the request.
In the sample below, the student holds an office in school, which makes his absence all the more felt. How should such a student write the letter?
When The Student Holds An Office In School
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Recipient’s Name),
I am writing to request a leave of a few days, to enable me seek medical care, as I am currently down with a fever. I will have to go to the hospital tomorrow morning for observation, and to commence treatment.
I have called my colleague {enter name of colleague}, who has graciously agreed to help me carry out my duties as {enter office}.
Furthermore, I believe that it is better to stay away now so as not to risk passing something to my classmates and the rest of the school.
I am sure that I will get better, and return to class within a few days, and that I will catch up with whatever classwork I have missed.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
In the sample letter above, notice that the student has not set a date for his return. However, it is fully expected that the request will be granted. This is because the student already has the trust and confidence of the teachers (which is why he/she is an officer), and also because the writer has already taken steps to ensure that things go smoothly during the time of leave.
In the leave application to a teacher for fever below, there is a test imminent. This makes it quite a tricky time to apply for leave. Nevertheless, it can be done.
When There Are Tests Soon
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Enter Recipient’s Name),
I regret to write to request a leave of {enter number of days} as I am sick with a fever. I am already on my way now to the clinic to have tests done, and to commence treatment.
I realize that this is a very bad time to get sick, and to request a leave of absence, especially as the exams start on {Enter date}. I also realize that my absence will cause me to miss the exams.
However, it is in the interest of the safety of the entire school that I stay away so as not to pass the illness to my fellow students.
I will send a note from my doctor confirming the illness, and to serve as a reference.
I hope to return to class shortly, so as to catch up with whatever school work I have missed.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
The sample letter above should do well to get one the needed leave; especially as there are some public safety concerns cited in the letter. Furthermore, the student has promised to send a note from the doctor for reference which will put the matter beyond doubt.
In the sample letter below, there is are tests already being held in school, and the student has participated in the first one. Sadly though, he will have to miss the coming tests.
When Tests Have Just Begun
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Enter Recipient’s Name),
I am afraid I have to write this letter to request a leave of {enter number of days} as I am sick with a fever. I realize that this is a difficult request especially as the tests have just begun, and my absence at this time will mean that I will miss the rest of the tests.
However, I am already on my way now to the clinic to have tests done, and to commence treatment. Which means that there is nothing I can do to avert the situation.
Furthermore, I believe that it is in the interest of the safety of the whole school that I stay away now, so as to avoid infecting the whole school.
I will send a note from my doctor for confirmation, and as a reference.
I hope to return to class shortly. I hope to complete the rest of the tests when I return.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
In the template above, the student has not yet reached the clinic, and so there may be a faint hope that he recovers, and that there is no reason to go the hospital. In any case, the teacher may not yet grasp the enormity of the situation.
In the template sick leave application to a teacher below, the student is already in the hospital, and the issue is beyond doubt.
When the Student Is Already In Hospital
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Enter Recipient’s Name),
I am forced to write this letter to request a leave of {enter number of days} as I have fallen seriously ill with a fever. I am presently in the hospital undergoing tests before treatment.
I believe that my request for a leave is the best thing to do so as not to endanger other students, as well as teachers at the school.
I have attached a letter from my doctor confirming the illness, and also as a reference.
I hope to return to class shortly, and to catchup with all the classwork and assignments I may have missed.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
In the example above, the student is already in the hospital, and even has a letter from the doctor to confirm the illness. However, not every illness lands in a hospital, sometimes, the treatment can be done at home.
The following template is an example in which the student will receive treatment at home.
Leave Application To Teacher For Fever When Being Treated At Home
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Enter Recipient’s Name),
I am writing to request a leave of {enter number of days} as I have fallen seriously ill with a fever. My symptoms include a headache, high body temperature, and sneezing. The fever started this evening after I returned from school.
I have commenced treatment with home remedies prepared by my mother; she believes that I will be well within a few days.
I hope it will be understood that my application for a leave of absence is to enable me make a recovery, and also to protect the rest of the school.
I hope to return to class shortly, and to catchup with all the classwork and assignments I may have missed.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
The sample letter above is probably better when there is nothing serious going on in school, because the student will not go to hospital, or receive a doctor’s note. This is not to say that the illness is not serious, it just means that it is probably not so serious as to warrant hospitalization.
But in some cases, a patient could be told to stay at home pending the results of tests, or for whatever reasons.
Treated At Home On Doctor’s Recommendation
(Your Name)
(Your Class/Grade)
(Date)
To,
(Enter Recipient Position)
(Name of School)
(Address)
Sick Leave Application for Fever
Dear (Enter Recipient’s Name),
I am writing to request a leave of {enter number of days} as I am sick with a fever. The fever started yesterday, after I returned from school, and has not abated even now. My symptoms include a headache, high body temperature, and sneezing. I have taken fever pills, but have yet to see any improvements.
My family doctor has recommended that I stay at home in isolation for the next two days while my symptoms are observed. This is to enable him make the decision of whether or not I should be brought to the hospital.
This leave of absence will enable me make a recovery, and also to prevent the possibility of passing on any illness to my classmates.
I will send a note from the doctor for confirmation, and also as a reference.
I hope to be back in class soon, and to catchup with all the classwork and assignments I may have missed.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours Sincerely,
(Your Name)
Closing
The templates above can serve as guidelines to help students write the application for a leave of absence due to fever, by adding or removing any details as seen fit. To simplify matters, one can simply pick one of the templates above, and enter the names.
