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OUR MISSION
BUILDING GOOD ATTENDANCE HABITS
Start building good attendance habits in preschool so children learn early on that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help children do well in school, in college, and in careers.
HOW CAN FAMILIES SUPPORT STUDENT ATTENDANCE?
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Set a regular bed time and morning routine;
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Get clothes ready and pack backpacks the night before;
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Develop backup plans for getting to school if you are unable to take your child;
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Avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session; and
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Talk to your School Director if your child seems anxious about going to school.
Collegiate Hall takes attendance seriously because we know that everyday students are here increases their academic growth. To access our attendance policy, click here!
Did You Know?
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Attendance is the number one predictor of whether a student will drop out of school.
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The likelihood that a student will drop out increases 2.21 times for every year of chronic absenteeism.
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A student in grades 8-12 who is absent for 10 percent or more of a single school year is 7.4 times more likely to drop out.
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Students can still fall behind even if they miss just a day or two every few weeks.