11.   The Patriots had suspended Glenn for the entire season for unexcused absence from camp, but that was overturned by an arbitrator last week.

12.   The Republican plan would impose sanctions after three unexcused absences and eventually apply to all students through high school.

13.   The Sonics said it was an unexcused absence, but later changed their story and said it was an excused practice.

14.   The team is considering disciplinary action for the unexcused absence.

15.   The team considered it an unexcused absence, and will fine him an undisclosed sum.

16.   Three weeks ago, when Cedric Ceballos of the Lakers took a four-day unexcused absence, Van Exel was most critical.

17.   A basketball coach, for instance, can check algebra grades or unexcused absences for the entire team with a few clicks.

18.   Among the conditions under which he can ride are required attendance at twice-weekly counseling sessions, random drug testing and no unexcused absences.

19.   Each team practiced Monday at the United Center, although the Bulls did so without Dennis Rodman, who stayed home with an unexcused absence.

20.   It also would impose more restrictions on unexcused absences of teachers, a board priority.