Easy ways to get started building good attendance habits:

• Set a regular bedtime and create a morning routine.

• Layout clothes and pack backpacks the night before.

• Know the first day of school and make sure your child has the required immunizations.

• Don't let your child stay home unless they are truly sick. Complaints of a stomach ache or headache could be signs of anxiety.

• If your child is anxious about going to school, reach out to your child's teacher or the school counselor for advice on getting your child excited for school.

• Avoid planning extended trips and medical appointments when school is in session.