Attendance & Routines

KEY POINTS: WHy does attendance matter?

❗Missing Just 2 days a Month Adds Up:

• Students missing 2 days a month (18+ days a year) are chronically absent if absences are excused.

• Chronic absences in early grades predicts future struggles in reading, math, and attendance.

📚Students who miss too much school in Kindergarten and 1st  are:

• • Less likely to read at grade level by 3rd grade.

  • Any student not reading by grade level in 3rd grade are: 4X more likely to drop out of high school later on.

👍Attendance builds habits for life:

• Regular attendance in elementary school builds:

  • Routines

  • Responsibility

  • Confidence and Connection 

  • These habits are essential for future school and job success

how families can include strong attendance:

• Build a routine: Set consistent bedtime morning schedules, Prepare clothes, backpacks, lunches night before.

• Talk about attendance: Remind your child school is a priority

• Know the school day: Be on time. Avoid early pickups unless necessary

• Stay informed: Communicate with school about illnesses, transportation needs, or changes in routines.

• Reach out if you need support! We are here to help!

Health & Wellness

Key points: When to keep a child home

• Have a fever of 100.4 or Higher

• Are vomiting or have diarrhea

• Have contagious conditions

• Talk with school nurse or front office if unsure

What to do if my child refuses to go to school?