#iaedchat Archive
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Sunday January 24, 2016
Good evening & welcome everyone! My tweets for the next hour are dedicated to
Welcome to ! Please introduce yourself, what your role is, and which district/agency you are affiliated!
Our topic tonight is discussing “Targeting Truancy”
Kirk here from the Chicago Northshore. Teacher of a 6-8th grade double accelerated flipped classroom.
Jeremy Negus, Elementary Principal (K-3) in Keokuk, IA. I'm looking forward to this topic!
Colin Wikan...Dean of Ss at Bett HS. Tweeting at you from Eldridge IA...looking forward to tonight's chat.
Welcome, Kirk. Happy to have you.
Greg, Instructional Coach at Epworth Elementary.
Your co-moderators for tonight’s are and myself
Your co-moderators for tonight’s are and myself
Good Sunday evening! Andrea - TLeader and IC from happy to be here to learn with you at .
Angela a Division Chair of special education from a high school district in northern Illinois
Hello ! Todd, elem principal in CA...happy to be here!
Hi Nikki AP from Frances Willard in Rock Island. Have grant to focus on attendance this year. Excited to be here.
Hey-o Kim-Kindergarte ready to chat it up with you fine folks!
Brendan from icy Raleigh, NC. Instructional Resource/Curriculum at Elementary level.
Hey, Greg! Great to have you join us tonight on !
Welcome all! Ben-4th grade, Mason City, Iowa
Clint from Bettendorf High school in Iowa joining . HS English T, tech guy, and PLC coach. Glad to be back!
Take a moment to introduce yourself, your role in schools, and where you are tweeting from tonight.
Brett checking in, 6th Grade Oskaloosa
Jim Sarto CSA/Principal NJ
Good evening. Dan in Houston, ES principal
Welcome back, Clint. Great to see you again.
-Director Student Services
Heather Lightfoot, 7-12 Principal, English Valleys JH/HS, North English, IA
Chris, Secondary Principal. Crestwood High School, Cresco, IA
Good evening, Dan. Thank you for joining us.
Hey! Another Quad Citian! Glad to see you here.
Glad to see you here Heather!
Welcome, Terese. Thank you for being here, good to see you!
Anna - Teacher - Love learning from all of you while I'm on my couch!
Maranda Principal & SpEd Director w/ Greene County Schools. Watching FB so might be in & out tonight!
elementary principal in Waukesha, WI Dealing with truancy on a daily basis.
Kelsey- teaching kindergarten in Tampa, FL!
Another PLN fave! Glad to see you again, Heather.
Welcome, Anna. Great to see you again. Thank you for joining.
Heather Davis. Associate Principal at Keokuk High School. Happy to join in for the first time!!
Thanks Colin! Glad to be here!
Joel Pedesen Supt SE Iowa
Thank you for coming back, Velia!
Hey Joel! Glad to see you on here with us tonight!
my pleasure - looking forward to tonight's topic and chat
There he is! Missing you blog posts! Thank you for being here.
First timer! Welcome! Glad you could join us tonight. https://t.co/1q1wajLAMB
Heather Davis. Associate Principal at Keokuk High School. Happy to join in for the first time!!
Thanks for stopping by Eric!
Kit Schiefelbein, Associate Principal at Northstar Middle School in Eau Claire, WI here. Happy Sunday evening all!
Good evening, . Dan Butler, elementary principal of and in Western Dubuque. Excited to see all of you!
Good to see you again Jake. Should be a good one tonight!
Tiffany Dewein, Preschool teacher for UCSD! this is my first tweet chat for a graduate class. excited!
Welcome Jake...glad you can join in tonight!
Michael, associate elementary principal in the North Scott CSD. Good evening all.
Welcome! So glad you are joining us at !
We have a fantastic group here this evening and will get started in one minute with the questions.
Great to see you, Heather! https://t.co/FEVOHsB6Fv
Heather Davis. Associate Principal at Keokuk High School. Happy to join in for the first time!!
Q1: In what ways does truancy impact your school environment?
Lelabon Dyer RN BSN Blackburn Elementary School Nurse
Tom Asst Principal in Maryland just finished shoveling 30 inches of snow
Deb checking in from Cresco. HS ELA.
Welcome Lelabon! Thanks for joining
Wow! Glad to see that you're here with us, Tom!
New to this chat Thanks for having me! Librarian in Independence Missouri
A1: The gaps in learning cannot be overstated...esp. in primary grades...it sets them up for failure!
A1 Truancy not so much, Attitude behind truancy is much more damaging.
Elementary AP, from VA checking in
A1: Truancy directly affects the Ss' learning experience and quality. Additionally, it interrupts flow of class to address.
A1 Truancy effects the school environment bc kids miss out on bonding with each other and the T.
Hey, Deb. Thank you for being with us tonight.
A1 truancy impacts our ability to deliver the curriculum - here a day and gone two
Good evening ! George here, assistant superintendent from IN. Eager to learn what you are doing to address this issue
A1) Truancy has a major impact on the learning of the individual. It impacts those schools utilizing group work and PBL as well.
We've been working hard getting kids to school this year. Attendance has been a focus.
A1 It impacts all of us negatively. Our district is so large w/so little support to enforce. Laws in Tx. minimize importance- SAD!
Toshila, checking in from Houston, TX
Hello George, thanks for stopping in!
A1 Truancy really sets S&T routines backwards bc we have to find time to make-up missed learning, our schedules are already tight!
A1:makes our desire to improve Ss achievement more difficult because being absent or tardy take important instructional mins away!
A1:Puts a lag in T/S & S/S r’ships & also lag consistencies & structures in place to help Ss succeed.
https://t.co/R4ewAmHFKA
Q1: In what ways does truancy impact your school environment?
Would you mind going deeper on this one, Brett? https://t.co/t4lH7KQf7m
A1 Truancy not so much, Attitude behind truancy is much more damaging.
Yes! Order and flow is important. Too any issues when learners are always playing catch up. https://t.co/z04PIMOk3t
A1: Truancy directly affects the Ss' learning experience and quality. Additionally, it interrupts flow of class to address.
A1 On the selfish side, it's hard to keep kids caught up and working with the class when they miss school a lot
A1. It's nearly impossible to truly educate the whole child when truancy issues are present. Negative impact on group work too
A1: Truancy affects student learning experiences and relationship building. Takes away time from other students.
Q1 I think truancy makes a huge negative impact on relationships due to inconsistent opportunities to build relationships.
Yes he is! is rocking his first year as an admin. I'm so thankful to be working with him! https://t.co/dy7msGD6Qu
Is your assistant principal? Tell him to join! I know he has a lot to offer! Hope he's having a great year!
Yes! It has ripple effect on the classroom community. https://t.co/dLN1Rvuwc4
A1) Truancy has a major impact on the learning of the individual. It impacts those schools utilizing group work and PBL as well.
Research shows that a student in K-2 who is truant has less than 10% chance of reading at grade level in 3rd grade!
A1 Truancy must be addressed early in a child's educational career. Must get at root cause & find solutions before it continues
A1: We can do little to help them if we can’t get them to come through the door
Right on Ben! https://t.co/mSoRL6Xlx5
A1: Truancy affects student learning experiences and relationship building. Takes away time from other students.
Really feel that truancy is a symptom and not the disease. The disease is disconnection and disenfranchisement.
A1 Truancy is more of an attitude prob. for me. Kids often feel school's not imp. It's boring.
Research shows that if a student misses more than 18 days (even excused) K-3, the chances they learn to read is minimal!
A1b: it takes away from the community we try to build, both for the Ss truant and those present w/out them.
A1: Kids come in and out of lrng. They are disconnected. When tchrs plan for lrning just so many holes, the cycle just keeps going
A1: Truancy is loss of instructional time and it interrupts the continuum of learning.
A1: It impacts out ability to properly educate our students when they aren't in school.
A1: Lots of ways! Hard when Ss can't control situation. Tough conversations w/ even young S are necessary to encourage attendance.
A1 interrupts continuity of instruction for students, staff & the individual learner
hello all! New to this chat. High School ELA teacher in an alternative environment.
Bonding is a huge part of building a solid relationship between Ss and Ts! https://t.co/pnEejapJWf
A1 Truancy effects the school environment bc kids miss out on bonding with each other and the T.
Definitely means going back to the root of the problem! Not just "get here"
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Really feel that truancy is a symptom and not the disease. The disease is disconnection and disenfranchisement.
That helps, thank you for providing more for me, Brett. https://t.co/CxnnAhpclv
Really feel that truancy is a symptom and not the disease. The disease is disconnection and disenfranchisement.
A1 If they skip because "it's boring" they bring that attitude into the classroom when they are there. It can be infectious
A1: truancy isn't identified Prek isn't mandated by the state.at this age u set the foundation for the importance of school
When adults don't feel like a few days missed is a big deal there is a disconnect. https://t.co/O3d4FCwG4c
Would you mind going deeper on this one, Brett? https://t.co/t4lH7KQf7m
A1 Truancy not so much, Attitude behind truancy is much more damaging.
The key is connecting to parents/setting high standards in elementary - we want you (parents) and your kids here!
A1: Miss a day, miss a lot. So much more happens in a day than the work assigned. Work can be made up, experiences can not.
That is the hardest part in our school. When the weather is cold and Ps don't want to leave the house... https://t.co/Cbpzoh02sp
A1: Lots of ways! Hard when Ss can't control situation. Tough conversations w/ even young S are necessary to encourage attendance.
That learning time is already so precious; to have to make up means they’re missing out on something else. https://t.co/1BiQXxRtht
A1 Truancy really sets S&T routines backwards bc we have to find time to make-up missed learning, our schedules are already tight!
A1: Our kids need to be in school not only for the academic content, but the social emotional connections as well. Best place.
A1 With my HS kids, if they aren't coming to class, they aren't connected to anyone. That's the bigger problem
A1: We have a Truancy officer so Ss families don't connect to any one person. We often communicate with families in advance
A1: All Ss are needed to participate & share to provide diverse learning experiences
Yes, the parents are going to play a humongous role! Too many extended vacations and "oh wells" hurt... https://t.co/mJzrwLIR0y
The key is connecting to parents/setting high standards in elementary - we want you (parents) and your kids here!
A1 truancy is complicated. Lots of reasons for kids to miss. Some unengaged, some abused, we need to treat each kids separately
Love it!
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A1: All Ss are needed to participate & share to provide diverse learning experiences
I think there has to be a less punitive action to get better results for trancy
A1 truancy: the question is why do some kids not want to come to school? Is it something the school did or is it the kid?
I'm sure he is! Great, great person!
Gets harder to play "catch up"
I find this especially in primary grades...they don't realize the foundation we are setting here! https://t.co/kHydy13GCu
Yes, the parents are going to play a humongous role! Too many extended vacations and "oh wells" hurt... https://t.co/mJzrwLIR0y
The key is connecting to parents/setting high standards in elementary - we want you (parents) and your kids here!
A1: Students who have huge problems with absences tend to lack an internal locus of control. They put the blame on others.
i feel like it is all about convenience for the parents & not whats important life skills for children in life you get up & work
A1: Truancy affects the development of relationships with teachers & the student's peers -
Truth. If we are going to address the issue, we must find the root cause and not always the same. https://t.co/R2cJNxsP6a
A1 truancy is complicated. Lots of reasons for kids to miss. Some unengaged, some abused, we need to treat each kids separately
A1 It's not only the kids. Some Ps make it easy to stay home. "Help at home" should not be an absence excuse most of the time
Very true statement! Experiences are what cement the learning. Thanks Chris for this point https://t.co/Xxm0XcI5SD
A1: Miss a day, miss a lot. So much more happens in a day than the work assigned. Work can be made up, experiences can not.
Exactly. Elementary isn't just coloring and recess...
R’ships w/ families are just as important — have to get them to value what we’re doing! https://t.co/OCm8Ngm4cN
A1: Lots of ways! Hard when Ss can't control situation. Tough conversations w/ even young S are necessary to encourage attendance.
it affects their learning- educational and social. Both super important.
It is a sad one...and it is so easily remedied with regular school attendance!
There's that awesome word again! "Relationships"
https://t.co/KZtpaIxB5J
R’ships w/ families are just as important — have to get them to value what we’re doing! https://t.co/OCm8Ngm4cN
A1: Lots of ways! Hard when Ss can't control situation. Tough conversations w/ even young S are necessary to encourage attendance.
A1: in my case, a lot of them are children being raised by parents who were dropouts and don't see the point in coming to school
We are off to a great start! Keep your responses coming. Q2 coming right up!
A1 Low attendance has resulted in HS pathways to Industry Recognized Certifications so kids WANT school in Independence MO
you are so right!!! thank you!
Q2: What are factors that cause truancy PK-12?
Each student voice is needed! https://t.co/aIPuG8jOxx
A1: All Ss are needed to participate & share to provide diverse learning experiences
If kids are not in school is it generational. Parents do not value being at school, then the kids will not.
A2. 140 characters are nowhere enough to cover the variables... https://t.co/oxLy0X3VDj
Q2: What are factors that cause truancy PK-12?
A2: Home situations/poverty.
A1 If parents are apathetic about getting students to school on time, in ELEM., what else do they model devaluing for Ss?
Sounds like a great way to combat truancy...great work! https://t.co/35UKfhVNlz
A1 Low attendance has resulted in HS pathways to Industry Recognized Certifications so kids WANT school in Independence MO
A1 Truancy, means we have to dig deeper
Or is the partnership not solid with the family to make it a priority? https://t.co/1HPimdQwY3
A1 truancy: the question is why do some kids not want to come to school? Is it something the school did or is it the kid?
Q2 Many- parent attitudes towards school. Ps and Ss connection to school is critical. We have to make them all feel connected.
A2 For some, no connections. They don't feel anyone cares about them at school. No one will notice if they aren't there
True for youngers, olders often do it on own. https://t.co/qyCUAg4jdT
If kids are not in school is it generational. Parents do not value being at school, then the kids will not.
A2 in our district - Ss need to work, Ss need to stay home for younger Ss, mental health, disengagement, lack of importance
A2: Home situations, illness, poverty, drugs, gangs, bullying, disenfranchisement, boredom, fear, lack of transportation, apathy
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Q2 Many- parent attitudes towards school. Ps and Ss connection to school is critical. We have to make them all feel connected.
Agree! If parents had more of a connection, then hopefully kids would too. https://t.co/9pkYtGyhYx
Q2 Many- parent attitudes towards school. Ps and Ss connection to school is critical. We have to make them all feel connected.
A2 W/ some of my kids, their parents don't care what they do. School isn't a priority.
I'm not sure. For my kids, I provide so much at school that my class is rarely missed. Pencils, paper, snacks, etc.
Stephanie, teacher from Laurens-Marathon - 1st time joining in. sorry I am late!!
A2: part generational, but part privilege, my kid doesn't need to know that- they'll learn it in Kinder
A2. Little or no value of education coming from the home, strong school community/communication, transportation, many factors.
A2) Parents didn't like or had a negative experience in school therefore do not see the value for their children.
A2: Elementary it's more on the parents, than in high school. High schoolers have more control over their situation sometimes.
Hey, glad you came back! Welcome!
sometimes it is generational. Lack of transportation, poor health, no connection to school. We must find ways via relationships
A2: Truancy--lack of support at home or school, friendship issues, learning disabilities w/o support, mental health, bullying.
A2: Low regard for the value of education.
A2 at the HS level it is often the p's who do not get the s to school on time or they have to get a younger sibling on the bus
A2: Some families had a negative experience in school and associate bad feelings toward it. Also Ss feel disconnected.
A2: apathy w/Ss & Ps -see school unimportant- larger issues at play- abuse / neglect - school not relevant https://t.co/J6Fax3T0be
Q2: What are factors that cause truancy PK-12?
A2 And, some kids have learned to work their parents (who are overworked). They can fake being sick and P believes them
A2) There r many factors that cause truancy…family factors, school factors, economic factors, student variables to name a few.
Many factors - I truly believe some families don't believe we want them in school, we need to reach out & go out!
A2 There are many factors. Initially, it may be a lack of positive experiences at school for many Ps. Why would they force Ss!
A2 I have seen increase involvement of parents because teacher is constantly “in” the home
A2: role models to show that schooling is important- no foundation for the future- hopes, goals
A2: Parents don't see school as a priority, thus building a "Pass the blame" culture on to their kids. Need to reach parents!
Parents aren't totally off the hook, though. Especially in rural areas. Ss are still reachable in secondary.
A2. Little or no value of education coming from the home, lack of strong, constant communication, transportation, many factors.
A2 Some kids have anxiety about school, teachers, peers - but avoiding school creates more anxiety - vicious cycle.
Kay, Principal KS, I'm late but interested in this topic
A2 But mostly, I think it goes back to relationships. If P and S don't have a connection in school, it's easy to stay home
What if every student in every school had an adult in their corner. Someone to always turn to, a reason to come to school?
My thougths EXACTLY! https://t.co/j4WkB0VQL3
A2 There are many factors. Initially, it may be a lack of positive experiences at school for many Ps. Why would they force Ss!
Parents’ attitudes re: school are critical! Yes! https://t.co/DFS3YXoY3O
Q2 Many- parent attitudes towards school. Ps and Ss connection to school is critical. We have to make them all feel connected.
A2: many factors, sometimes the student is acting as the caregiver for younger siblings.
A2 Influence of peers, lack of self esteem, bullying, bad relationships with teachers, family factors, lack of academic ability
Glad your could join us! Welcome!
A2- Erik Buchholz coming late. Truancy simply causes heart ache. Caused by students not feeling school is the right place to be.
Totally agree. Just thinking about the elementary students who can't drive.
A2: starts w/ being connected. Ensuring ALL Ss are connected is essential. Can't build relationship if they don't come to school.
Good to see you, buddy. Thank you for being here.
A2. Admin, Ts, and a whole school community that truly believes in a child makes them WANT to come to school. Goes a long way
Haha... There are those who have tried. :-)
A2. Factors:Misinformation, parents don't realize imp, mental illness, transportation, bullying, teachers. https://t.co/ZXU7RSgA2Q
Q2: What are factors that cause truancy PK-12?
parents who had a poor experience academically or socially when in school may influence child's attitude.
Truancy is a symptom from apathy towards education. Some kids are victims of their environment.
A2: my kids miss because they don't have the required uniform. I've quit writing referrals for that. I need them in class.
A2: Often our students don’t feel successful at school. We usually don’t like to be places where we don’t think we can succeed.
A2 everything between knowing diff between sick&uncomfortable/not feeling conn. to school/priorities not centered on being present
We have many problems getting our little ones to school consistently, need to reach parents more effectively ideas?
Lacking Relevance: at ISD in Independence MO a clear pathway to college credit or an Industry Recog Certification gets attention
This is SO important! This helps in many ways and easy for us to take a special interest! https://t.co/japArfYIpf
What if every student in every school had an adult in their corner. Someone to always turn to, a reason to come to school?
Yes. And create connections with those parents.
Very true Dale....Apple and tree!!
Absolutely. We have an obligation to do this.
Does your school do Power of One?
Agree! If they are not reaching out to us, we need to go get our message to them…. https://t.co/KSXuIHenOH
Many factors - I truly believe some families don't believe we want them in school, we need to reach out & go out!
A2: too many for 140 characters…every reason may be different, many are because of parents…if parents feel connect, Ss attend more
Trend in may districts- hope to find ways to advocate for more resources & funding to help schools w/this issue
Lelabon Dyer A2 Children taking care of themselves, lack of parental involvement makes it so hard
A2: is becomes habit. they miss a day, then 2, then it becomes easier to skip/stay home.
Agree! Solid partnership needs to be valued on both ends. https://t.co/DZQz4ODeT1
A2: Parents don't see school as a priority, thus building a "Pass the blame" culture on to their kids. Need to reach parents!
build relationship to find out the barriers then work to connect S w/ peers & purpose for learning.
It is sad. They take what they learned in elementary and carry it over.
A2 I have a S where my connection with her, my getting after her when she misses, is important. She told me it gets her to school
A2: Hard for some to see that school should be a priority. Some have the, "Well I'm fine..." attitude. We must change this!
Q3 is right around the corner. Keep this chat rolling!
A2b: Student disengagement. Routines are great, but variety is the spice of life.
Don't forget,the Iowa conference is approaching! Attend, present, or more info. https://t.co/RIbZ0MNzQV fun to connect/share
Agree with this...many families are dealing with things that I can't even begin to understand! https://t.co/786vfcmWed
A2: Home situations/poverty.
mental health is a tricky variable because it is scary how little that is supported sometimes
it is where staff/faculty identify struggling students & we mentor them. Encourage them to be at school. Genuinely
Q3: What steps has your school taken to reduce student absences?
A2:Parents who work with us, kids don't become Hab.Truants. Those who never show up for truancy mtgs, don't show for court either
Kids will come to school if they choose to be there. That means creating a culture that they would never want to miss a day!
Sometimes…. or almost all the time!!!
Yes! Love Rita! Every child deserves a champion.
upset if they miss. Praise them for jobs well done. We "take them on" as personal investments.
A3: to reduce absence principal calls, checks up, goes and gets students if need be
A3: Ts are encouraged to connect w/ Ps regularly in various ways (Remind, email, phone, website, etc.) https://t.co/ef4IRIvy8v
Q3: What steps has your school taken to reduce student absences?
A2.1: I think a big part of getting Ss to school & part of the action is developing engaging real worth learning experiences.
At 1 school I taught each staff“adopted” a struggling student & made a personal connection with the kid each day. It really helped
A2: Family/parents, illnesses, phobias, depression
A3 Wrote a grant for $10K. Using it for bus tickets, rewards, and other items. Wish I would have just bought a bus!
all faculty/staff is involved. Have seen our attendance rates raise as result.
I really like the sound of this!
A3: Mindset and programs promote recognizing Ss achievements outside the usual sports & academics.
A3: Elementary-Rewards for having whole class on time for 5 days in a row, then 10, and so on. Attendance Wall of Fame too.
A3: I wouldn’t say this is the reason, but it does have Ss at school at 7:30am and that is our
that sounds like an amazing program! does her school serve many SES?
Love this idea! each teacher taking I e child who struggles {with attendance}. https://t.co/grUKlV3G6l
it is where staff/faculty identify struggling students & we mentor them. Encourage them to be at school. Genuinely
You would not believe how many students I go and get...eliminate excuses!
BAM! Cant control what we can't control. Focus changes and meeting ind. S needs is imperative to success. https://t.co/dRFSkyndXE
Kids will come to school if they choose to be there. That means creating a culture that they would never want to miss a day!
we also have a PBIS team at school. Do you have this as well?
A2 educating families of what has changed since they were Ss & forming relationships is key.
A3) Bett functions under a “Students 1st” mentality. Anti-bullying measures, a safe envirnmnt & online attendance have helped.
A3 - Learning not all students learn the same. Some classroom, some online. At risk programs and alternative programs, etc.
A3 I like our homebase idea. A work in progress, but kids know they have an adult in their corner
A3+ Academic Interventionist, , works with Dean of Ss, , for home visits, luncheons, supply bags, etc.
Yes, we utilize the PBIS model at and
you are right and let them know they are missed! that they matter!
A3 BY law,now,we are required to create an Attendance Improvement Plan as needed. While ting is the main thing, we are to do more!
does cause heartache but this cause is too simplistic. I have a student who LOVES school when he is there! https://t.co/9SwIdDmL1S
A2- Erik Buchholz coming late. Truancy simply causes heart ache. Caused by students not feeling school is the right place to be.
I teach alternative with the school. Called Success Academy. Our whole program is power of one.
A3) Home visits communicate to parents that we care!
A3: Working hard to build relationships w/ families. Helping them see importance of being at school through pictures/blogs.
A3: We've made sure that the student voice is heard. Students created a mentor program so that new students can make connections
- Home Visits - Phone Calls - PBIS - Celebrate Great Attendance - Create Plans to Support Parents @ home
A3+ Moving toward more intervention times during the school day so that we don't have to rely on bus, parents, etc.
we linked our Power of One with out PBIS team.
A3: Rather than punish S not showing up, we started making incentives to reward S doing the right thing! Truancy dropped 35%!
i might have to pick your brain and get more info! :)
If we are at 90%+ in attendance, how hard should we push to be 100%? I’m just saying. Food for thought. Only so many resources.
A3. Sp transp, incentives/prizes, mentor grps, free breakfst, positive communication home, mental health. https://t.co/VfpwuMvqie
Q3: What steps has your school taken to reduce student absences?
Right because it could never be the school culture, Ts, admins, overall coercive, topdown, punitive model. https://t.co/ODtDjqO0mZ
A2: Family/parents, illnesses, phobias, depression
Great idea...consequences are not always the right choice. https://t.co/Z1cMCZawMt
A3: Rather than punish S not showing up, we started making incentives to reward S doing the right thing! Truancy dropped 35%!
Start bldg relationship w/ Ps. I've gone 2 houses & picked up kids. Every situation is difference. We should respond diff 2 each.
A3 P & S conferences to help make connection and work to instill value and importance of school
A3: When we struggle to connect with famiies at school, we meet them on their turf and conduct home visits. Great practice.
A3: as new principal I’m trying to build parent relations, many Ts do incentives in their rooms…looking for whole building ideas
A3: Secretary calls home daily if don't hear from family; counselor and admin meet with student to problem solve situation
Unfortunate that we have some P's that see this as intrusion and the long arm of the man. https://t.co/GUX2HTruoX
A3) Home visits communicate to parents that we care!
Sometimes out of Ss control— Ps oversleeping, make school not a priority. Hate to see Ss suffer for P inconsistency.
you are right providing relevance to their learning is so important! it puts them at the forefront of their learning
A3:Buy alarm clocks, provide bus tokens, gas cards, pick up students and chat with fam.
We give ACE bucks weekly to be redeemed at the school store for attendance and cooperation everyday.
please do! I am on our PBIS team and have six students who are currently my power of one lovelies.
A3: home visits. involve parents in plan. teachers intentionally make positive connections with students.
A3 Part 1: Formal: Phone calls from nurse, counselors, admins; attendance contracts; home visits
Love this! Especially the alarm clock idea -
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A3:Buy alarm clocks, provide bus tokens, gas cards, pick up students and chat with fam.
So how do we reach those parents that need that help? we have to invest in them as well? but how?
A3 Part 2: Informal: Welcome Ss back the day after they are gone. It let's them know that you noticed and that you care.
A3: our elementary kids don't start until almost 9. That helps SO much!
A3: our elementary kids don't start until almost 9. That helps SO much!
A3: office staff and teachers take a collaborative effort to have relationships with student. Focus on next steps vs the past
A3b: I also wrote letter to truant parents sharing skills companies look for in new hires! Punctuality is in top 5!
A3.2: Can't tell you how many times we have picked up students to get them to school. Not an issue because it gets them to us.
A3. School community involvement! The more doors are open for academic/social family events greater the bond w/ family/Ss/school
A3: Create engaging experience, help families feel a part of the learning, differentiate for Ss to best meet needs.
A3 another idea we used was a 2 day summer bout camp where we worked with rising 9th graders know have a disconnect with school
No. I think we do push hard for 100%. We owe more than just kids-- communities need educated employees. Just sayin.
A3 It's AMAZING to me what we are doing to get students to come to school. Who has the time, energy! Then we get to engage them!
Do you have school wide PBIS? We just had an end of semester ice cream/brownie sundae celebration.
A3.2 Just like a struggling reader, we need to scaffold supports towards independence and celebrate along the way!
Blogging is a great way to reach out to Ps to help them feel involved in S learning. https://t.co/CNzVLT6UJZ
A3: Working hard to build relationships w/ families. Helping them see importance of being at school through pictures/blogs.
Yes Ma'am! https://t.co/6SyXKR2kYB
A3: Create engaging experience, help families feel a part of the learning, differentiate for Ss to best meet needs.
Transitional courses and backpack nights can be great to make connections! https://t.co/gLaxEcxvw4
A3 another idea we used was a 2 day summer bout camp where we worked with rising 9th graders know have a disconnect with school
great point Andrea! sometimes it is out of student's control.
I know I've thought that too, or other students taking it out on the one student who is late.
great secretary who calls to check and gives hugs when they arrive...need more of her!
Unless they have had a bad time with authority and don't trust you.
A3 breaking down the school walls by inviting them in both physically&through social media; blogs/Twitter/emails/personal notes
A2/3: our staff are also required to make four positive phone calls per week and we log them in a database.
A2/3: our staff are also required to make four positive phone calls per week and we log them in a database.
A3 Home visits, parent phone calls, intentional positive contacts with students, PBIS, accountability for skipping classes
Educators are like parents, we get upset with the wrong person. Truancy is a family decision.
It's not my favorite system.
That's all about the delivery. One thing to show up as the "official". We have T volunteers
Espec. in elem when Ss rely on Ps for ride...it is cool when Ss get Ps up to make incentive each month https://t.co/WOuwuxsNGX
Great idea...consequences are not always the right choice. https://t.co/Z1cMCZawMt
A3: Rather than punish S not showing up, we started making incentives to reward S doing the right thing! Truancy dropped 35%!
A3.3: key strategy that we have used to connect with families is to meet them where they are from a communication standpoint.
A3 empower families by providing resources and targeted skills their S needs...putting that scope&sequence in their world
A3) By trusting them to design their own path to adulthood and being available when asked. Changes everything.
“kind of”, not being done w/ integrity…moving towards responsive classroom…we are looking at similar ideas
Q4 is coming right up in 30 seconds.
Yes, trust is huge. We only offer support and help. It's important to let them know we want to help. https://t.co/mA9e5lAc4W
Unless they have had a bad time with authority and don't trust you.
I’d hate to think that I didn’t try everything possible for that last 10%! https://t.co/untlmaJ3r0
If we are at 90%+ in attendance, how hard should we push to be 100%? I’m just saying. Food for thought. Only so many resources.
A3: Teachers to develop positive relationships w/students; tell them they are missed; thank them for being here when they are
A3: Starting with some positive points when communicating can help families be more receptive to correcting an issue like truancy.
Q4: What are the DOs and DONTs as they relate to addressing student absences?
Why the oversight? Why not a culture that sees this as a value?
I think we need to reach out to the parents more. .
There are those who believe there are 2 Americas “rags to riches” and "cast system". What do you believe https://t.co/36NPU7LTkx
I fined when the truancy starts in 4K, 5K, 1st, 2nd and 3rd it is a parent issue not a kid issue. 4th 5th, you bet.
A4: don't target parenting, praise effort and non judgmental
YES Heather...tell them they are miss! https://t.co/bjidrGi4xB
A3: Teachers to develop positive relationships w/students; tell them they are missed; thank them for being here when they are
A4: Don't chastise when they comeback. Don't withhold credit for being gone. Don't assume you know why https://t.co/EKrItJtvmt
Q4: What are the DOs and DONTs as they relate to addressing student absences?
A3b: Provide continuous support w/ whole family involvement and accountability, let Ps know the school cares.
Do the parents ask for this?
A4: DO - Be supportive. No idea what may really be going on. How can we help?
A4+ Do welcome them back. Do show them u r glad they r back. Do help them catch up. Do try to connect & communicate. Do care!
A4: don't take more learning time away from the student. Do send the message that we want you here!
A4: be honest, re state expectations and be a listener!
DO: Make it about trust, r'ship and personal DON'T: spout off state mandates and policies https://t.co/Ks4xLZDIKM
Q4: What are the DOs and DONTs as they relate to addressing student absences?
A3 Don't try to explain why it's imp unless you are will to listen to their needs AND willing to try and meet them.
A4 Don't blame the Ss, especially if not driving.Do have the critical conversations needed with the adults involved!Its a pattern!
Q4: when dealing w/ little kids (5-8) year olds - DON'T take it out on them. It is a parent issue, not in their control
A4: don’t assume the Ss don’t want to be there…many times if relationship is strong they’ll open up as to why, build plan w/ them
A4 - Attack the problem and not the person. "Seek First To Understand" and be prepared to offer solutions. Set goals together.
A4 Get students involved in an extracurricular activity
A4) DO NOT have a “black and white” policy…DO listen to students’ stories and handle issues on a case-by-case basis.
Well said!
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A4: don’t assume the Ss don’t want to be there…many times if relationship is strong they’ll open up as to why, build plan w/ them
A4: Do let students and families know you care. Don't assume you know the whole story on why they miss.
It depends. Sometimes we plan together. Other times we suggest it. We never just show up. They know we're coming.
A4 DO celebrate the littlest of steps. Don't demand perfection over night /give up hope. Be the persistent positive in their life
A4 DO NOT BLAME anyone... not Ps or Ss. Ask how 'we' can help. Let Ps know we care and ideas to help their child be successful.
A3: Making attendance a Wildly Important Goal that classes track and tags for Ss.
A4. Don't blame.Do look for all possible solutions.Sometimes it's easier than others.Complex family stuff. https://t.co/x2eWU8QycC
Q4: What are the DOs and DONTs as they relate to addressing student absences?
I think many see it as one more thing to do. My kids are my investment in life. I want them to succeed as humans.
"Be the persistent positive in their life"
Love it!
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A4 DO celebrate the littlest of steps. Don't demand perfection over night /give up hope. Be the persistent positive in their life
YES Maranda...celebrate the smallest victories! https://t.co/rz3vQz2w8H
A4 DO celebrate the littlest of steps. Don't demand perfection over night /give up hope. Be the persistent positive in their life
Don't interrogate the student. Do tell them how much you miss them when their absent.
lots of empathy, listening, listening & more listening.
A4: Do-Be there for the students. I've bought mine alarm clocks before. Don't blame, it only makes matters worse
Investigate the cause of the individual student's circumstances and address accordingly in a positive and caring Manner
A4: DO encourage communication
Lelabon Dyer -A4 Do care about them and tell them you believe in them
We need to have a culture that is inviting, a partnership with families, BUT not careless caring. Do not enable.
but don't you think parenting is what they have learned from their p's ( generational)? setting priorities for family
A4: DON'T assume Ss have control of showing up to school or not. DO be creative as every situation is different.
A4 DON'T form your own opinions and judgments without caring enough to dig a little deeper
Unfortunate? You only know the authority worldview? Might help to stand in their shoes.
A4: Combat S Absences
--DO: Build strong relationships with families
--DONT: Tie attendance issues to academic grades
i feel these days kids aren't kids and are doing this and that sport or league and aren't kids just playing outside anymore
AGREE! https://t.co/ukYKKpe3sS
A4 DO NOT BLAME anyone... not Ps or Ss. Ask how 'we' can help. Let Ps know we care and ideas to help their child be successful.
Don't ignore - we are truancy officers - sometimes firm guidelines combined with supports is critical - Kids 1st!
A4: DO celebrate the successes
A4 reach out to the parents to express concern and care for the student. Let them know you look forward to their child returning
BOOM!! Right on Michael! https://t.co/ykxSLC22Sr
A4: DON'T assume Ss have control of showing up to school or not. DO be creative as every situation is different.
“How can I help?” These are powerfully supportive words. https://t.co/6BBfJVbmC5
A4: DO - Be supportive. No idea what may really be going on. How can we help?
I have so many that want to "break the cycle" but don't know how. We work on that in classroom as well.
A4 Ps need to focus positive psychology when addressing their S cultures. We need more happiness in our schools!
A4: DO: Demonstrate genuine concern, empathy, formulate solutions together. DO NOT: Make assumptions, assign blame
I agree — can’t blame the students — especially in elementary and junior high. https://t.co/2wMFnMeSNA
A4 Don't blame the Ss, especially if not driving.Do have the critical conversations needed with the adults involved!Its a pattern!
And you think your way is the only way to educate future employees? Rethink time! https://t.co/NJXEA48lNC
No. I think we do push hard for 100%. We owe more than just kids-- communities need educated employees. Just sayin.
A4. Can't have "one size fits all policy." Listen to all students' situation(s) on a case-by-case scenario. Look at big picture
i try to show my parents i broke the cycle being a hispanic women with a BA, especially to my hispanic families
Very true Libby...Do what you can to break that cycle! https://t.co/AL60ICl30V
I have so many that want to "break the cycle" but don't know how. We work on that in classroom as well.
I know I'm biased to our secretary but Candi is one of the best! https://t.co/GPegELh1t5
great secretary who calls to check and gives hugs when they arrive...need more of her!
#1608 Things are never quite as scary when you've got a best friend. — Bill Patterson
I was just thinking about how many alarm clocks we've provided! ⏰
Celebrating the small steps is a great way to show value to what’s important. https://t.co/FXCef2AWsx
A4 DO celebrate the littlest of steps. Don't demand perfection over night /give up hope. Be the persistent positive in their life
with limited resources, what will give us the biggest return? Who deserves the resources, time energy. Those who want to engage?
work on solutions for improvement. Communicate w/ S & P on a plan of action. Connect w/ S daily & celebrate milestones along way
i agree any celebration in the eyes of a child shows them LOVE, TRUST AND THAT THEY ARE SAFE
Attendance is tied to grades - if kids aren't in school, they can't learn -
https://t.co/NKQvlEmP74
A4: Combat S Absences
--DO: Build strong relationships with families
--DONT: Tie attendance issues to academic grades
A4: DO make connections with the student & try to build relationship w/the family
Communication — without it, it’s just a one way street with lots of blame. https://t.co/o7c8Oqdzwc
A4: DO encourage communication
We are doing civil rights unit in class right now. I ❤️ seeing my students rising up & saying they are worth it!
A4: DO use all your resources. Our social worker and the local Juvenile Court Judge have worked tirelessly.
We're just about ready for Q5! Comin' right up!
Agreed. We need to make schools to be great places. Places that students want to be. https://t.co/RUZL1AAp4P
A4 Ps need to focus positive psychology when addressing their S cultures. We need more happiness in our schools!
A4: Definitely be excited whenever they get there. You never know why they are late.
A4 DO be ready to start over tomorrow with a new slate, new attitude, and open heart and arms
Q5: What are some resources for supporting families struggling with truancy, or what would be most helpful?
When they know you genuinely care — that’s a big step! https://t.co/IeAmkmvWZf
A4 reach out to the parents to express concern and care for the student. Let them know you look forward to their child returning
This is so important! Being able to relate is huge with students! https://t.co/Pw5634VNsK
i try to show my parents i broke the cycle being a hispanic women with a BA, especially to my hispanic families
A4: Do tell them you love them! It is all about relationships.
A4 Assumptions r the worse don't.Dig for more info, & then make a team plan 2 support the needs. Many of the needs r teaching P's.
Fully know mistrust often earned caused by overzealous "officials" with zero tolerance policies.
A4: relationship w S prior to attendance problem is key to narrowing down the REAL problem. DO get to know Ss.
A5: Helps to connect Ss with buddies & positive influences. Build relationships so they want to be there. https://t.co/YvFWEuD9z3
Q5: What are some resources for supporting families struggling with truancy, or what would be most helpful?
A5) First step is to get the root of the problem. The offer support, if it's transportation, offer rides! https://t.co/UJno2DUbgf
Q5: What are some resources for supporting families struggling with truancy, or what would be most helpful?
Q4) Do change the arrangement of school. Don't keep doing business as usual.
A5: school social worker, a listening ear, counselor, are some resources for P's & truancy
A4 Also had shirts made with our attendance mission- All Day, Every Day. We want to remind Ss we want them in attendance.
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Love seeing that word over and over again!
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A4: Do tell them you love them! It is all about relationships.
So are you saying we need to fix the parents so we can fix the kids? Beyond our scope? https://t.co/HBWqtf1SDa
Interesting response?! Not sure how a 5 year old can get out of the house to get to school.
A5: Assume a positive intent...at least at the beginning.
Education is the Keys to the Kingdom, student futures & Iowa's future - "We can't give up/give in!"
Good point! Always give the chance. Give them some grace before jumping to conclusions. https://t.co/8qxXlCxm8W
A5: Assume a positive intent...at least at the beginning.
We have 1 P-led conference at the beginning of the year. All other (2) are S-led with great attendance.
Yes, always assume the best of people at first, no matter what! TY https://t.co/7THkDhqMSO
A5: Assume a positive intent...at least at the beginning.
A listening ear is sometimes the most important piece! https://t.co/6amVTAMKhX
A5: school social worker, a listening ear, counselor, are some resources for P's & truancy
Usually those who NEED biggest return are those who don’t have support / resources & are least engaged https://t.co/KzVeYOMsiC
with limited resources, what will give us the biggest return? Who deserves the resources, time energy. Those who want to engage?
A5b: Home visits are also a HUGE resource...gives you insight and shows you care!
if its not the Ss fault, you take away any hope of ever catching up by connecting attendance to grades. https://t.co/gel5xk8un2
Attendance is tied to grades - if kids aren't in school, they can't learn -
https://t.co/NKQvlEmP74
A4: Combat S Absences
--DO: Build strong relationships with families
--DONT: Tie attendance issues to academic grades
Schools/systems need a social worker to assist families experiencing difficulty raising their child.
A5) Offer assistance, ask “How can we help?” Call a meeting w/Ps and Ss. Make a plan and have Ps and Ss commit to the plan.
A5: Find the root cause. Transportation - help them find a ride, bus resources, etc. Emotional - Get them help they deserve
Q5 It might be bus tickets or gas cards or even a place for Ss to be early/late to help w Ps work sched. ASK Ps what THEY need!
A5 I know funds are limited but inviting families in for breakfast gets them to school on time and opportunity for conversation
Lelabon Dyer - I call the parents to see what they need. Sometimes they need resources , someone to listen and provide supoport.
A5. Clock(s)? Bus/taxi vouchers? Free breakfast? Mental health connections? Loving environment. https://t.co/tQbnE9HYcr
Q5: What are some resources for supporting families struggling with truancy, or what would be most helpful?
Lots looking to this solution. , online courses, tutors, alternative schools. Good point https://t.co/FEHuGLJh0T
Q4) Do change the arrangement of school. Don't keep doing business as usual.
A5: 1st step toward positive change is nurturing the relationship. Listening more than we talk to families and developing action.
A5 Biggest need is school teaming w counseling resources to teach and support underskilled P's that never had P skills modeled.
A4) Do trust students with their education. Don't assume you can do better for them than they can for themselves.
A5: As a principal set short term goals w/ Ss. Collect data for monthly attendance and do something Ss vote on. Kiss a pig!
Yes sir Mr. Butler!!! https://t.co/T6AfCBKJe4
A5: 1st step toward positive change is nurturing the relationship. Listening more than we talk to families and developing action.
Much more meaningful for Ps and Ss!
That is something I agree with! 👍🏼
A5 The Happiness Advantage by and Orange Frog Workshop will transform your culture and help kids see they matter
How many Ss are gone for the big field trip? Why? Build relationships. Create such excitement that Ss never want to miss school.
Home visits, school resource officers attention as a positive model, school nurse/Doctor intervention,...
A6: Great idea! This means a well staffed group w resources. Is it a priority? Then we make it happen https://t.co/n2xxEw1XGn
A5 Biggest need is school teaming w counseling resources to teach and support underskilled P's that never had P skills modeled.
Have to be creative and sensitive. Many times Ps don't see or are embarrassed to ask for help.
Many places have changed this. Play is seeping back in.
get to know families before you assume what they don't have or can't afford- they do have self worth
Curious - What does this look like? Are you talking inquiry process? Student choice? Student voice? https://t.co/YVW4NLinYD
A4) Do trust students with their education. Don't assume you can do better for them than they can for themselves.
A5 understanding ear, solution-based action plan, knowledge on resources available,mayve it isn't reluctance more so unsure how
Absolutely! Ps want to see their child shine not just hear from her T.
Create an environment in which they don’t want to miss out on learning! It’s an experience not another day https://t.co/klFuuU2JuQ
How many Ss are gone for the big field trip? Why? Build relationships. Create such excitement that Ss never want to miss school.
I really have found this to be so helpful in soooo many situations! https://t.co/EpCBjCm8n8
A5: Assume a positive intent...at least at the beginning.
you are right, but with test scores and FAST, where do you think it ranks? not the top? scores are still it!
Being creative is vital when dealing with truancy! https://t.co/3sAYCk6oWd
Have to be creative and sensitive. Many times Ps don't see or are embarrassed to ask for help.
Thank you, Chris. A key factor of demonstrating empathy in my opinion.
School should provide space and time for Ss to make their own cycles.
A5 - We have a local trans. sys. available. Let students who can't make it know we will help them get there. AEA's for add. help.
A5 Continually promote and instill a growth mindset in Ss They need to believe they can succeed.
Excellent Resource! Thank you!
Q6: In what ways can students be involved in combating truancy in schools?
Key to how we work to tackle this issue. https://t.co/0UbOwHbZrp
A5 Biggest need is school teaming w counseling resources to teach and support underskilled P's that never had P skills modeled.
Huge shout out to ! They rock!
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A5 - We have a local trans. sys. available. Let students who can't make it know we will help them get there. AEA's for add. help.
Wouldn't a better solution be to allow Ss to come to school later? Why not that?
A6: wow, good question! have a phone tree of staff who can help get them to school
Of course!! DM me your email address and I'll be happy to share!
A6) Offer incentives and rewards for coming to school, make learning fun and create attend. competitions. https://t.co/YFbvSY0Bmc
Q6: In what ways can students be involved in combating truancy in schools?
Empowering them to problem solve to continue to move forward is the education we can give them! https://t.co/CFmSStGgd2
A4) Do trust students with their education. Don't assume you can do better for them than they can for themselves.
A6: Build a culture of caring and supportive Ss. Positive interactions and reaching out to others. https://t.co/hO0HMGqOlX
Q6: In what ways can students be involved in combating truancy in schools?
reach out to a trusted staff, who can access school funds perhaps to help pay for a cab, bus pass etc if needed for family
A6 Ss have to see relevance. Have to feel wanted. No one wants a lecture but ALL can use someone to listen and provide help.
A6: Get students involved! Let Ss know their influence on their peers and help them positively encourage accountability.
A6) Cre8 a “buddy” program 2 assist struggling/new Ss. Cre8 time during ur school day 2 assist as truant Ss struggle academically.
Interesting concept! Thanks for sharing. Give people what they need! https://t.co/daAkzMJTr2
A5 I know funds are limited but inviting families in for breakfast gets them to school on time and opportunity for conversation
Use the power of positive peer pressure.
Yes, and take T's on home visits so they can see what homes S's live in. https://t.co/haHBQPI5Qx
A6: Build a culture of caring and supportive Ss. Positive interactions and reaching out to others. https://t.co/hO0HMGqOlX
Q6: In what ways can students be involved in combating truancy in schools?
A6: S to S connections are just as important, if not more important than T and S connections. Give them a platform to connect
Again how do we educate/compel parents. Are schools social change agents. https://t.co/sUtqq9QSA9
Educate the adults so they can educate the future. Food for thought.
A6 - Another novel idea! I just need to ask them. Easier way to get better answers than thinking I can come up with them myself!
Resources, sharing, encouraging involvement, reaching out, simple phone calls or direct emails. https://t.co/cBe1SfJlB0
Key to how we work to tackle this issue. https://t.co/0UbOwHbZrp
A5 Biggest need is school teaming w counseling resources to teach and support underskilled P's that never had P skills modeled.
A#5: We often ask, "What are the barriers?"
Research supports later start times, too. Big picture brings in buses, outside programs, activities, etc https://t.co/hJV8AdqrCT
Wouldn't a better solution be to allow Ss to come to school later? Why not that?
A6: More than anything, contribute to a culture of caring within your setting where everyone matters. Ss, Ts, custodians...
Agreed! Also our family support worker. She gets families w/o transportation to conferences and school events.
A6 We constantly remind our Ss that "what they think" and "what they do" matters. Its a mindset will try to instill in our Ss
That is the falsest statement I've ever heard based on an outdated assumption. Children learn everywhere. https://t.co/XAcn4lwB9Q
Attendance is tied to grades - if kids aren't in school, they can't learn -
https://t.co/NKQvlEmP74
A4: Combat S Absences
--DO: Build strong relationships with families
--DONT: Tie attendance issues to academic grades
Give them the positive support they need to feel free to discuss reasons and issues with appropriate school personnel
A6: Create a classroom environment they can't wait to go to! Build relationships w/ Ss and show them they matter to you.
A6: Foster a love for learning in ALL students. Starts with relationships and is built with authentic and meaningful instruction.
A6: Ask them! Do a series of convos w/ Ss and brainstorm ways to get peers here! Set goals. Repeat!
A6 continued use and creative spins on gives ownership and desire to the S to be present
A5: Create a culture in the classroom that promotes community. Just as important for S to S to bond as T to S
A6: let Ss call other Ss that are truant, might mean a lot to have a peer say you’re missed, as well as Ts or staff call
culture of caring is based on Support Ss all of them
A6: S class job- tracking daily attendance goal. Overall giving Ss purpose and importance in the classroom through leadership.
Created a Magnet High School that ran totally on PPC - Attendance Issues became a thing of the past! "Trusting Kids to be Great!"
A6 peer support is key in all areas of education, especially in engaging S's in their ed. Positive peers = "i want to b at school.
Wow, this is a great chat tonight so many great ideas and statements
Many Sts do come later. 10:30 is better than no:30 but every day means loss of instruction. 🤔
I like this idea but many Ss don't have working #'s. Maybe a note on their desk for when they return? https://t.co/70wfzyHNY4
A6: let Ss call other Ss that are truant, might mean a lot to have a peer say you’re missed, as well as Ts or staff call
It gets back to if you believe that hard work will improve your social status or believe you can’t rise above your social class.
Absolutely! Advocating for Ss to change the general public’s view of education. We are change agents! https://t.co/vQZlKz8gtF
Again how do we educate/compel parents. Are schools social change agents. https://t.co/sUtqq9QSA9
Educate the adults so they can educate the future. Food for thought.
A6: If students want to come to school, they will pressure their parents, Offer perfect attendance points, rewards and incentives
Have students chart their attendance. Visuals are powerful.
Q7 is coming up in 30 seconds. Finish strong,
Q7: What are steps you can take tomorrow to help combat truancy in your classroom, school, or district?
A6: With our 3rd 4th 5th graders, they are part of the solution. With our K 1st & 2nd - it is hard. The WANT to be at school.
A6: Provide opportunities for student to make connections with their peers; model empathy and compassion
Agreed. Amazingly powerful when something becomes visual. Great thought. https://t.co/Env8gfplvu
Have students chart their attendance. Visuals are powerful.
Am I the only one who finds this a little creepy? https://t.co/OvYyS8wTHQ
A4: Do tell them you love them! It is all about relationships.
We have posters that hang outside each room where Ss put a sticker for each day. Kids LOVE it! https://t.co/2L8qdjlDpB
Have students chart their attendance. Visuals are powerful.
Yes! I like the idea of positive peer pressure from student to parent!
Promoting Positive Attendance is on the agenda for our SUCCESS team Monday - Thank you, everyone! Great Chat!
A5) change the paradigm and change everything. Children wanting to go to school because they own it.
A7: Trust and show that you care. Empathy is the only way. Kids don't want to be truant, so find out what their story is.
A7: I make my class accessible in multiple ways. This idea motivates that. Relationships will always be priority #1
Reach out to Ps and Ss and ask how you can help https://t.co/zEZg1efz6p
Q7: What are steps you can take tomorrow to help combat truancy in your classroom, school, or district?
i'm going to looking the power of one program! promote positive attendance as a family not just a child! commend parents!
A7:Engage families in partnership for success! Help Ps to be accountable by being a part of the learning community of their child.
A:7 i'm going to looking the power of one program! promote positive attendance as a family not just a child! commend parents!
A8: Tell my students how happy i am to see them and call them by name when doing it. Continue to foster caring, safe environment.
A7: Reading some of the "other" ideas shared tonight that we have yet to try.
Truly appreciate the genuine responses from our followers this evening. You are great.
A7 really care to listen when Ss share about their weekends, give hugs to show I missed them, smile more and correct less
A7: Continually build relationships with students and create structures for students to connect with each other.
thank you for a great conversation for my first of many tweet chats!!!!
A7: Continue building those relationships, taking time for them when they are at school. Letting them know that they matter!
Not out of school's scope if parents are valued members of the school community.
A7 - Listen to students about why they are truant. Work together to find solutions that benefit the student. Let them know U care.
A7 P & S relationships w multiple school employees over & over at all levels.2 many times u hear relationships change thru levels.
A7 Embrace truancy w/ a willingness to understand & design creative ways to get ALL Ss plugged in and connected.
A7 I can make sure every student I see knows I genuinely care about them and want them to succeed!
Thank you for being here with us, Tiffany!
Pulling is better than pushing. There has to be consequences for truancy. You're not afraid of a dog unless you know it bites.
A7 highlight the adventure we are going to take this week, celebrate the journey we had last week
Well said! https://t.co/W4aPmv4Hcm
A7 - Listen to students about why they are truant. Work together to find solutions that benefit the student. Let them know U care.
Scheduled this a while ago...Didn't even realize that the topic would fit in so nicely with tonights topic https://t.co/FfPw9alMIu
Not creepy at all! Many times it’s the only time they hear they’re valued and important https://t.co/1kRcNuI3DT
Am I the only one who finds this a little creepy? https://t.co/OvYyS8wTHQ
A4: Do tell them you love them! It is all about relationships.
A7: Thank parents for sending me well cared for children each day. Inviting parents to school has been a powerful, too!
build community, where Ss know they are really cared for
BOOM Anna! asks in "Teach Like a Pirate,"...would u buy tix 2 attend your own class? https://t.co/Vds5O8Hqn1
A6: Create a classroom environment they can't wait to go to! Build relationships w/ Ss and show them they matter to you.
A7: We must continue to search for the root cause of students not coming to school. Starts by listening with empathy IMO.
A7. Genuinely care. Rethink ur schedules. Do whatever it takes to get kids into your classrooms! https://t.co/oBazmE40yx
Q7: What are steps you can take tomorrow to help combat truancy in your classroom, school, or district?
First time I've read your blog. iLiked the metaphors to describe Ts dealing with
A7) Cre8 a welcoming environment…be visible and say hello. Make a phone call home to offer support and possible visit if needed.
We provide engaging lrng, visit homes, support how we can. In the end a parent has to get them to school https://t.co/mQ8tCCKAS0
Still trying to figure out how. Culture shift is difficult and lack of value of education.
Keep hearing this!
Relationships, community-building, caring environment! https://t.co/mJTQy0EoMk
build community, where Ss know they are really cared for
And make sure all Ss know they have a ticket to ride again and always!
Relationships, community-building, caring environment! https://t.co/mrP8JKNNGu
build community, where Ss know they are really cared for
Thank you for joining us & sharing your thoughts on . It is always great learning with all of you.
A7: engage our student leadership team and listen to their voice on the issue.
Thank you to co-moderators and . These two rock the house!
Thank you to my co-moderators and .
My friends you need to get altitude so you can get perspective. Schools need deep systemic change. What is our 21st century role?
Be sure to also follow some of the new friends you met on to continue the conversation & grow your PLN.
