EVERY Day Counts 

Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success! 

Starting in preschool and kindergarten, too many absences can cause children to fall behind in school. Students are chronically absent if they miss just two days of school each month.  

Here are some ways you can help your student arrive to school on-time and prepared to learn each day:  

Make school attendance a priority 

• Set a regular bedtime and morning routine.  
• Lay out clothes and backpacks the night before.  
• Finish homework the night before and get a good night’s sleep.  
• Try not to schedule dental and medical appointments during the school day.  
• Keep your student healthy. Talk to your health care provider or the school if you are concerned about a contagious illness.  

Help your student stay engaged 

• If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors and other parents for advice on how to make your child feel comfortable and excited about learning.  
• Monitor your child’s academic progress and seek help from your child’s teacher(s) when necessary.  
• Encourage your child to join meaningful after-school activities, including sports and clubs.  
• If your child is absent from school, contact your child’s teacher(s) or ask your secondary student to contact their teacher(s) for resources and materials to make up for the missed classroom learning time.  

Communicate with the school  

• Make sure your contact information is up-to-date in Skyward Family Access.  
• Know the school’s attendance policy.  
• Monitor your child’s attendance and see help from school staff if you need help.