Chronic Absenteeism Focus Group Reports:

• Parent Focus Group Report

Resources on Emotional Well-being:

In a survey conducted by the EOC, sixty-seven percent of parents indicated that mental health would be an acceptable reason to allow their student not to attend school.

The following information sheets provide tips for how to help your student support their emotional well-being.

Elementary and Middle School 

• Tips to Support your Child’s Emotional Well-Being
• Tips to Support your Child’s Mental Health
• For Kids! School is not the same without you! Tips for emotional wellbeing

Resources on Wellness and Health:

Please consult your child’s healthcare provider if you have specific concerns about your child’s health. The following information is not intended to take the place of local health departments or school district health guidance, and is provided by Attendance Works in partnership with Kaiser Permanente and the National Association of School Nurses.

• Attendance Works – Tips for Staying Healthy
• Attendance Works – When is Sick to Sick for School?
• Attendance Works – Health Guidance Handout

Be Present S.C. Tools:

• Attendance Tracker (PDF)
• Be Present S.C. Pledge Certificate