Volume: 252609PST
Publication Date: Sep 26, 2026
The First 30 Days: Attendance Best Practices from Leading Districts
Learn how District Leaders Are:
➜ Reviewing previous attendance data to identify students needing early support
➜ Building relationships with families before problems begin
➜ Assigning trusted adults to support students at risk of chronic absenteeism
➜ Planning early interventions around transportation, health, and other barriers
These strategies highlight the importance of moving from reactive attendance management to proactive support
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What attendance strategies were shared in the Back-to-School Roundtable Playlist?
A recap of the conversations, insights, and strategies shared during our Back-to-School Roundtable. Revisit key discussions with education leaders on attendance planning, family engagement, early intervention, and approaches that help districts strengthen attendance from day one.
Attendance Starts with
School Connectedness and Belonging
Chronic absenteeism is not always about a student simply choosing not to attend.
The blog explores how positive relationships, welcoming environments, personalized communication, and authentic care can help create a culture where students feel seen, supported, and connected.
Creating a Unified Approach to Student Attendance
Discover how Galena Park ISD strengthened its attendance efforts through collaboration, consistency, and shared accountability. Myra Castaneda Lara shares insights on building systems that help teams identify needs, coordinate support, and create a stronger culture around student attendance.
What is the training schedule for RaaWee ATTENDANCE+™ topics?
