Attendance for School Readiness Tip Sheet

Every school day counts!

Help families understand how regular school attendance supports children’s learning, development, and readiness for kindergarten and the early elementary grades. This family-friendly tip sheet connects attendance with the routines, relationships, skills, and confidence children build through their everyday school experiences.

Designed as a practical parent education handout, this resource is ideal for use during parent nights, family engagement events, and other opportunities to connect with families. It is especially well suited for Title I programs and parent engagement efforts focused on supporting school readiness and regular attendance.

It includes:

• The Benefits of Regular Attendance: Consistent attendance supports learning, language, relationships, independence, and school readiness.
• Family Attendance Check-In: Routines and strategies help children attend school regularly and arrive ready to learn.
• Absences Add Up: Ways missed school days affect children’s opportunities to learn, practice, connect, and grow.

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Download is available in English and Spanish.