While there is no one-size-fits all approach to addressing chronic absenteeism, Bay Shore School ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ is committed to providing interventions to prevent and chronic absenteeism. We recognize that many factors will influence student attendance, and may be greatly impacted by the instructional models provided.
The Bay Shore School ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ addresses chronic absenteeism as follows:
Foster a Positive Culture of Attendance
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Communicate clearly to families and students what the attendance policy is and expectations for participation, based on the model of instruction
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Explain the importance of attendance to the school-community
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Track daily attendance, tardies, and student engagement in Infinite Campus
Early Identification and Intervention
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Each school will regularly monitor attendance data and communicate with parents about issues as they arise.
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Attendance data will be used to identify which students are at-risk, so schools can intervene before isolated absences become chronic absenteeism.
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Intervention plans will be established, which may include parent phone calls, home visits, counseling, instructional modifications, and engaging community partners.