Here is your Attendance Update for the week of 9/12/16 through 9/16/16:
- 22 days of school completed
- 82 absences this week!
- 25 students Tardy to school (not in class by 8:10 AM)
- 40 students signed out for Early Dismissal (signed out before 2:15 PM)
- 18 of the 40 Early Dismissals were for Friday alone! That's almost 50%!
While we understand that some absences, late arrivals and early dismissals are unavoidable, it is important that we avoid these situations as much as possible. Here are some tips to help ensure your child has good attendance all year long:
- Align doctor's appointments and family vacations with the school calendar. Avoid extended vacations that require your child to miss school.
- Schedule a regular bedtime and morning routine. Young children need 9-11 hours of sleep. Older children need 8.5 to 9.5 hours of sleep.
- No cell phones, video games, and computers at least 30 minutes before going to bed.
- Pack lunches and pick out clothes the night before.
- Most importantly, be the example for your child. Show them that you value good school attendance and that you won't allow anyone to miss school unless they are truly sick.
Stay tuned for our next Attendance Matters update!
