Holiday Messaging
Encourage the Gift of Attendance this year!
We’ve revised our holiday messaging to reflect the impact the pandemic has had on students and families.
This is still not a normal year. It’s important to remember that most, if not all, students, families and educators are experiencing some level of stress or tension, while others have experienced deep trauma from family illness, death and loss of income.
During this holiday season, take time to offer empathy and support to all students and families, even as we emphasize the value of daily attendance for student learning.

Attendance Works has developed messaging and letters for school leaders hoping to encourage good attendance around the winter holidays. We recommend:
We want to express our gratitude for everyone who has helped keep students safe, healthy, connected and learning!