Research shows that the single most important factor contributing to student achievement is school attendance.
Absent students miss out on discussion, raised questions, explanations and much more. Students fall behind and sometimes never recover.
So, what can you do as a parent to help?
- Talk with your child about the importance of attending school regularly.
- Avoid scheduling family trips or doctor appointments during school hours.
- Make sure your student eats healthy foods and gets enough sleep and exercise.
- Don't accept excuses from your child why they "must" miss or be late for school.
- Discuss what happened at school each day.
- Support school rules and consequences for skipping class and being tardy.
If you or your child have questions regarding attendance at Mount Vernon HS, visit MVHS attendance for more information.
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