Attendance & Lunch Count

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What is Attendance?

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Attendance refers to the act of being present at a place, such as school, during a specific time.

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Why is Attendance important in school?

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Attendance is important because it helps students learn consistently, participate in activities, and build social skills.

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What is Lunch Count?

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Lunch Count is a method used to track how many students will be eating lunch on a given day.

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What are some common lunch options in schools?

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Common lunch options include Turkey w/Gravy, Sliced Ham, Cornbread Dressing, Sweet Potato Casserole, Creamed Potatoes, Green Beans, Buttered Roll, Cranberry Sauce, and Special Dessert.

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What does 'Packed Lunch' mean?

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A Packed Lunch is a meal prepared at home and brought to school, usually in a lunchbox.

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What is a 'Sack Lunch'?

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A Sack Lunch is a simple meal, often in a paper or plastic bag, that students take to school.

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How can students communicate their feelings about lunch?

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Students can express their feelings about lunch by saying they feel 'Great', 'Okay', 'Not-So-Great', or that they 'Need to talk to someone'.

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What is the role of a teacher in managing Attendance and Lunch Count?

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Teachers are responsible for taking attendance and counting how many students will have lunch to ensure proper meal preparation.

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What is the significance of tracking Lunch Count?

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Tracking Lunch Count helps schools plan for the right amount of food, reducing waste and ensuring all students are fed.

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How can students participate in Lunch Count?

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Students can participate in Lunch Count by indicating their lunch choice to the teacher or through a system set up by the school.