What is excuses for being late to school?

Okay, here are some common (and less common) excuses for being late to school, presented in Markdown format with links as requested:

• Oversleeping: A classic and common excuse. Maybe the alarm didn't go off, there was a power outage, or the student was simply too tired after a long night of studying or extracurricular activities.
• Traffic: Traffic jams can happen to anyone. Citing unexpected road closures, accidents, or general rush hour congestion is often believable, especially if the school is located in a busy area. Related to <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/transportation">transportation</a> issues.
• Family Emergency: A sudden illness, a forgotten appointment, or other unforeseen circumstances within the family can cause delays. Note this may require follow up from school.
• Car Trouble: A flat tire, dead battery, or other mechanical issues with the car (if driving or being driven) are viable excuses. This falls under <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/vehicle%20maintenance">vehicle maintenance</a> problems.
• Public Transportation Delays: Buses or trains running late due to mechanical problems, weather, or other disruptions can cause lateness. Related to <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/public%20transport">public transport</a> challenges.
• Medical Appointment: A scheduled or urgent doctor's appointment can be a valid reason for tardiness.
• Lost or Forgotten Items: Misplacing keys, homework, or other essential items can lead to delays while searching for them.
• Pet-Related Issues: A pet escaping, needing urgent care, or other pet-related emergencies can cause lateness.
• Weather Conditions: Heavy rain, snow, or other severe weather can slow down travel and cause delays. Related to <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/weather%20conditions">weather conditions</a>.
• Confused Schedule: Mistaking the school schedule (e.g., early release days, special events) can lead to arriving late.
• Taking Care of Siblings: The student may have to care for their younger siblings and have been late as a result of this issue. This may be related to <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/family%20responsibilities">family responsibilities</a>.
• Extracurricular Activities: Late night practice or a last-minute cancellation and scheduling changes in <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/extracurricular%20activities">extracurricular activities</a> may cause a student to sleep late the next day.