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Be positive about school.
Set aside time to discuss how your child feels about school. Ask: What are the fun things about school? Discuss how school applies to real life, like using math skills to bake.
Set clear rules and expectations.
Set a good example and give your child clear expectations about attending school. Celebrate achievements, problem solve difficulties.
Stick to routines.
Create routines for morning, homework, and bedtime. Limit screen time, and make sure electronics are shut off prior to bedtime.
Keep your child safe.
If your child is being bullied or is scared to go to school, keeping him home won’t solve the problem. Instead, immediately go to your counselor or assistant principal for help.
Ask for help.
If you are concerned about your child's mental health, your school counselor can assist you with finding help.
Days Missed Add Up to Lost Learning:
Days Missed Add Up to Lost Learning:
- Missing school has long-term impacts, too: if your child misses 10 days of school, he/she is 3 times more likely to drop out than a child who missed 5 days.
- Don’t miss out if you don’t have to! Do your best to schedule all vacations, appointments, etc. before or after school or during school holidays.
- There are 172 school days each calendar year. The more your student misses, the harder it is for them to be successful.
Stay in touch with the school! We are here to support you. Sometimes family or life situations make attending school difficult. Communicate with school. They may be able to help you locate resources.
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