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Importance of Attendance
Consistent attendance fosters a sense of responsibility, discipline, and routine, laying the foundation for students to develop lifelong skills essential for personal and academic growth. In addition, attendance is correlated to a student's mental health and overall well-being.
- Sense of Belonging: Students who attend school regularly are more likely to feel connected to their school community. This sense of belonging can reduce feelings of isolation and improve overall mental health
- Access to Support: School provides access to mental health resources, such as counselors and support groups. Regular attendance ensures students can take advantage of these services when needed
- Early Intervention: Teachers and school staff can identify signs of mental health issues early on when students attend regularly. Early intervention can prevent more serious problems from developing
- Healthy Habits: Being in school promotes healthy behaviors, such as regular sleep patterns and physical activity, which are beneficial for mental health
Communicate with the School
• Know the school’s attendance policy.
• Check on your child’s attendance on the Aeries parent portal to be sure absences are not adding up.
• Seek help from school staff, other parents, or community agencies if you need support.
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Help your Teen Stay Engaged
• Find out if your children feel engaged by their classes, and feel safe from bullies and other threats.
• Make sure your teens are not missing class because of challenges with behavioral issues or school discipline policies. If any of these are problems, contact the school and work with them to find a solution.
• Monitor you teen’s academic progress and seek help from teachers or tutors when necessary. Make sure teachers know how to contact you.
• Stay on top of your child’s social contacts. Peer pressure can lead to skipping school, while students without many friends can feel isolated.
• Encourage your child to join meaningful after-school activities, including sports and clubs.
• Support your students if you notice signs of anxiety, and if needed, seek advice from your school or health providerTips for Families to Support On-Time and Full Day Attendance:
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Establish consistent routines with regular bedtimes and wake-up times.
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Talk to your child about the importance of attending school every day.
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Stay informed of school events, assignments, and deadlines.
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Maintain regular communication with teachers.
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Create a comfortable study environment for homework.
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Address bullying concerns with open dialogue.
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Connect with the school counselor to address underlying challenges.
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Utilize student support services to connect with additional resources available.
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Consider making appointments outside of school hours when possible.
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