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Carolyn Callahan, Chief of Communications at Jefferson County Public Schools, recently dropped by to share how her district is working to improve attendance and shared some insightful tips on how to amplify chronic absenteeism efforts across the entire school community and through local media stories. From addressing attendance barriers to strategically communicating with families so that they better understand the importance of attending every day, we’ve included the highlights here!

The Council of Great City Schools (CGCS) Annual Fall Conference brought together educators and leaders from urban districts across the nation to discuss pressing challenges and innovative solutions. Like much of the rest of the country, CGCS districts are facing elevated levels of chronic absenteeism. Below are 5 actionable takeaways for attendance, shared by CGCS districts and compiled by our team at EveryDay Labs.

Join Carolyn Callahan, Chief of Communications at Jefferson County Public Schools, for a quick session packed with tips on how to communicate the importance of attendance to your wider community and amplify your district’s efforts with positive media coverage, December 5, 10 am PT/1 pm ET

Attendance is a critical factor in student success, yet so many districts are still struggling with chronic absenteeism. To effectively combat this challenge, education leaders must rally their teams around clear goals, expectations, and strategies for better attendance. This often involves a multi-tiered approach to student outreach and intervention that helps you stay organized and maximize your impact. Read on for four key components to setting clear expectations for attendance improvement and effective interventions. 

As a leader in attendance improvement, you understand the pivotal role attendance plays in student success. However, for your initiatives to be effective, it’s crucial that your entire school community understands and buys into their importance, beginning with your own team members. Read on for 6 tips to effectively galvanize and engage all school team members in improving attendance, ensuring they’re equipped and ready to implement your district’s vision for better attendance and student outcomes.