Attendance - Team Understanding March 2024

What is the definition of chronic absenteeism?

• Missing any number of days

• Missing 10 or more days of school in the school year

• 91% or less attendance in the school year

What absences are counted toward chronic absenteeism?

•  unexcused absences only

•  unexcused and excused absences

• only those absences that are uncleared

Why is regular attendance important for student success?

• It impacts academic achievement and overall well-being.

• It only affects students in high school.

• It has no significant impact.

How can school staff proactively address attendance issues in students?

• Wait for parents to address the issue

• Implement early intervention strategies

•  Ignore attendance issues until they become severe

What is an example of an intervention strategy for addressing chronic absenteeism?

• Ignoring the issue and hoping it resolves itself

• Offering rewards only to students with perfect attendance

• Implementing mentorship programs or counseling services

• Implementing strict punitive measures

True or False

The PSA Counselor is the only one to address chronic absenteeism?

• True

• False