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Marsha Hodo, Counselor  Susan Barnes, Counselor

 

REINFORCE THE IMPORTANCE OF ATTENDANCE WITH YOUR CHILD

At one time or another, your child will probably ask, "Do I have to go to school today?"  He/she may be tired.  They may be afraid of a test, or they may just want to watch TV.

Here are some ways to make sure your child gets to school every day--on time:

• Get your child to bed on time.  A sleepy child can't get up.  He dawdles over breakfast.  He misses the bus.

• Stay in touch with the school.  If you know there's a science test on Tuesday, help your child study--don't let him stay home.

• Let Your child see that you value education.  Tell him that when he misses a day of school, he's missing the opportunity to learn new things.

• Don't make it fun when your child does stay home from school.  Make a rule that there will be no TV or video games.

 

Source:  The Parent Institute, 2007