Spotlight on Attendance
Good Attendance is Important Because:
- Children and teenagers learn to read and write proficiently
- Each grade provides the building blocks to understand math in the next grade
- Children and teenagers learn how to be good students
- Students learn how to interact with others and have fun when they are in school
- Students acquire the skills needed to be successful in college and beyond
What You Can Do as Parents / Guardians:
- Set a regular bed time and morning routine
- Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before
- Don’t let your child stay home unless your child is truly sick. Keep in mind complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home
- If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make he/she feel comfortable and excited about learning
- Develop back-up plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor or another parent
- If at all possible, avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session
