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Attendance

If your child has a planned or emergency absence, please contact our Main Office as soon as possible so we can update our attendance records and ensure your child’s safety. Prompt communication helps us accurately track student attendance and provide any necessary support.

Monthly Attendance Incentives

  • September 2025 - Breakfast with the Mayor
    • Students who attend every day in September will have a catered breakfast alongside Mayor Evans
  • October 2025 - Fall Bash
    • Students with perfect attendance in October will participate in the fall bash which consists of pumpkin decorating, music, treats and a costume contest.
  • November 2025 - Walking Tacos
    • Students with perfect attendance in October and November will enjoy nachos with all their favorite toppings
  • December 2025 - Winter Fest
    • Students with at least 98% attendance for the year will participate in our Winter Fest featuring a hot chocolate bar, cookie decorating and holiday basket raffles.
  • January 2026 - DONUT miss a Day in January
    • Students with perfect attendance in January will enjoy a Specialty Donut from Donuts Delite
  • February 2026 - I Scream for Ice Cream (Even When It's Cold)
    • Students with perfect attendance for February and students with overall improved attendance will enjoy an ice cream bar with all their favorite flavors and toppings.
  • March 2026 - Bingo & Pizza
    • Students with perfect attendance in March and students with overall improved attendance will enjoy pizza and games of Bingo.
  • April 2026 - Roll Your Way to Perfect Attendance
    • Students with perfect attendance in April and students with overall improved attendance will enjoy roller skating in the school gym.
  • May 2026 - It's All Fun and Games to Come to School Everyday!
    • Students with perfect attendance for the whole school year will enjoy the gaming truck.
  • June 2026 - Dance Your Way to School
    • Students with 95% attendance and students with overall improved attendance will be invited to dress up in their best clothes and coolest sneakers for the Sneaker Ball.
    • Students with perfect attendance for the entire school year will go on a trip to Seabreeze.

 

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Attendance Matters! for R.E.A.L. because it is an opportunity to:   
Build Routines - help to reduce stress + develop habits to succeed
Increase Engagement - give you a chance to see your friends + build relationships
Provide Access - to meals, health services, mental health supports + activities
Support Learning - you are more likely to pass classes + graduate from school when you miss less than a week of school each semester 

Did you know?

  • Too many absences in preschool and elementary school can cause children to struggle socially and academically.
  • Being late to school may lead to poor attendance.
  • Missing 10% of school (2 days each month) can make it harder to learn to read and do basic math. Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school — and themselves.
  • Start building this habit in preschool and through elementary school so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day, is important.
a graphic showing how two absences a month can add up

What you can do

  • Set a regular bedtime and morning routine.
  • Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
  • Keep your child healthy and make sure your child has the required shots.
  • Develop backup plans for getting to school if something comes up.
  • Monitor your child’s absences.
  • Try to schedule nonurgent medical appointments and extended trips when school isn’t in session.
  • If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors and other parents for advice on how to make your child feel comfortable and excited about learning.
  • If you are concerned that your child may have a contagious illness, call your school nurse or health-care provider for advice. Ask the teacher for ideas to support missed learning time.