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Did you know that school attendance is the leading indicator of your child’s lifelong success?

Attendance at USD 320

Every day counts! At USD 320 we care that every student shows up to school, all day every day. USD 320 is committed to working with families to ensure that every student attends school regularly and achieves their full potential. By prioritizing attendance, we can create a brighter future for all our students. 
flyer showing the importance of school attendance

Attendance Works

 

Absence in the early grades add up!  How can the community help? @attendanceworks #schooleveryday

This chart shows how much learning your child could miss per days absent...

A table titled "25-26 Chronic Absenteeism by Week" displays school attendance data by week. The table has four columns: "Week of," "School Days," "Cumulative," and "Missing 10%." It is organized by quarters within the 1st and 2nd semesters. Weeks range from August 14 to May 21. "School Days" lists the number of instructional days each week. "Cumulative" totals the instructional days as the year progresses. "Missing 10%" shows the number of days a student would need to miss to reach 10% chronic absenteeism at that point in the school year.

Why Attendance Matters

Academic Achievement

 

Students who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve academic success, graduate on time, and pursue higher education opportunities.

Social and Emotional Development

 

School provides a supportive environment where students can develop social skills, build friendships, and enhance their emotional well-being.

Future Success

 

Regular attendance instills valuable habits such as punctuality, responsibility, and commitment, which are essential for success in life.

How We Can Help

We are here to help you. Let’s be partners in this journey.
 

We understand that there are many reasons why your student might miss school. Our goal is to set you and your family up for success. If there are ways we can help you, please reach out to the below departments. 

  • Mental Health: Amanda Remmert, Mental Health Initiative Liaison
  • Family Liaison: Mikaela Zerbe
  • Health: Leah Sheldon, RN and Sha Johnson, RN
  • Transportation: Jessica Gleaves, Transportation Director

Attendance Tips

Communicate with the school: If your child experiences challenges that affect their attendance, please reach out to the school for support and resources. We are your partner and here to help you however we can. 

 

Encourage a love of learning: Foster a positive attitude towards school and learning by engaging in educational activities with your child at home.  If there are areas where your child’s school or academic experience can improve, we encourage you to speak with your school principal or educator. 

Establish a consistent routine: Ensure your child gets enough sleep, eats a healthy breakfast, and has ample time to prepare for school each morning.  If you need help with providing meals for your child or are in need of transportation, please contact your child’s principal. 

 

Schedule appointments outside of school hours: Whenever possible, schedule doctor's appointments, dental check-ups, and other appointments during non-school hours.  Even missing a half day of school for an appointment can be disruptive to your child’s academic experience. 

We believe that strong partnerships between families and schools are essential for ensuring student success. By working together, we can create a culture of attendance where every student feels motivated and supported to attend school every day.