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Testing season is rapidly approaching! Not only is it critical that students are in school for the actual tests, attendance in the months leading up to testing is also crucial so that students don’t miss access to high quality preparation and support. Looking for fresh tips to set students up for success? Here are a few things that schools can do to strengthen attendance and prevent absences.

Improving chronic absenteeism requires a team approach, with staff members reviewing data, implementing campaigns, and creating a positive school climate that encourages attendance. Teachers, one of the most trusted figures in a student’s education, play a key role in creating a welcoming learning environment where students want to be. But here are just a few reasons why they shouldn’t be leading attendance initiatives and outreach.

The Spring Slide refers to the loss of academic progress that can occur during the spring semester as students become more distracted and less focused as the school year draws to a close. Read on to discover four tips to take this common challenge head on!

District leaders attending the Power of Present Summit, hosted in collaboration with Attendance Works, were treated to an inspiring and resource-rich keynote from Attendance Works’ founder and Executive Director, Hedy Chang. Watch the session or check out the highlights!

EveryDay Pro, the attendance platform featuring best-in-class analytics and intervention tracking & coordination tools that help teams strategically implement their MTSS has won in this year’s Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Best of 2022 in the Primary Education category.