09/02/2026
Every day is an opportunity for your student to learn, engage with others, and get the support they need to succeed. Help your child get to school on-time, as often as possible.
1) Stay informed. Understand your student’s attendance to be sure absences aren’t
adding up.
2) Talk about attendance. Start a conversation about the importance of showing up for success in school and life, and for building relationships with teachers and friends.
3) Talk about school. Find out if your child feels engaged by their classes. Know who their friends are; peer pressure can lead to skipping school, while students without many friends can feel isolated.
4) Participate. Encourage your student to join after-school clubs and sports that they enjoy.
5) Set expectations. Unless your child is sick, they should be in school every day.
6) Sleep matters. Set a regular bedtime and morning routine to help your student be
rested and ready. Help your student establish a set homework time to ensure they get their work done before bedtime.
7) Be prepared. Get ready for school the night before; lay out clothes and backpacks so they are ready to go.
8) Make a backup plan. If something comes up, have a family member, neighbor, or
another parent help you get your student to school.
9) Schedule carefully. Try to plan medical appointments and extended trips when school isn’t in session.
