When secondary principals identify some high yield actions to address student attendance, it’s worth a second and even a third look. The National Association of Secondary School Principals article is called “10 High-yield actions to improve student attendance”. These actions are doable. The top 4 of the 10 are highlighted in our conversation starting with …
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Jan 02
Cultivating Connections: The Power of Trusted Adults in Student Success Dec. 12/23
Educators tell me regularly that they went into education to make a difference for students. This week’s podcasts discusses the article HOW INFORMAL MENTORING BY TEACHERS, COUNSELORS, AND COACHES SUPPORTS STUDENTS’ LONG-RUN ACADEMIC SUCCESS talks about how much adults can impact academics just by doing the little things of connecting with kids. If informal mentors …
Jan 02
Say what? A restorative conference for Attendance? Dec.11/23
Secondary student absenteeism is a concern in all school districts. We’re working with one district to use restorative conferences for student attendance. It takes courage to be open and vulnerable to something new and something that is scripted. And it works! The restorative conference for attendance moves the conversation from compliance – we expect you …
Jan 02
How much can intentional connections to SK – Grade 2 Parents actually impact student attendance? Nov.29/23
Educators know the importance of parental involvement in student success. What if we started with parents in primary grades with the intention of addressing student attendance? We are involved in just that. It’s important to make intentional connections with parents, specifically those of at-risk students facing chronic absenteeism. Understanding these early patterns in a child’s …
Jan 02
Beyond Numbers: The Impact of Restorative Approaches to Student Attendance Nov. 27/23
Attendance data drives the changes. With the data we were given, our research did not show a statistical difference between students engaged in the intervention ATSA:TWO by TEN and the control group. And yet we heard some terrific stories of collaboration behind the data. One participant said ‘very early in our learning, we had talked …
Jan 02
Redefining Impact: Research Unveils Untapped Potential of Educator Influence with Adults & Students Nov. 21/23
Recent Canadian attendance research unpacks the transformative journey of educators in enhancing student attendance and the intentional impact on adults. Educators share their experiences in fostering meaningful connections with adults, leveraging data insights, and redefining their role in motivating students. Be sure to read the stories of impact and change from the research participant and …
Jan 02
Unveiling the Student Impact: The Story Behind recent Canadian research on Student Attendance. Nov. 13/23
“The one student in grade7 that…had no connection, behaviour problem,… moved around from school to school and he said that he had no connection to anyone at this school …And you see that person walking around the hall today and the amount of growth that person has shown is tremendous.” That’s how one participant in …
Jan 02
Navigating Educational Research Implementation: Insights from Attendance Research Project in Ontario Nov.6/23
Educational research on attendance in Northwestern Ontario provides school administrators with an understanding of the multifaceted challenges surrounding the implementation of educational research and restorative practices. Emphasizing the critical need for flexibility in timing and the integration of research initiatives within annual school plans, this podcast navigates the complexities of technology utilization and data reporting, …
Jan 02
Unveiling the Student Impact: The Story Behind recent Canadian research on Student Attendance Oct 31/23
“The one student in grade7 that…had no connection, behaviour problem,… moved around from school to school and he said that he had no connection to anyone at this school …And you see that person walking around the hall today and the amount of growth that person has shown is tremendous.” That’s how one participant in …
Dec 18
Shaping our students: Addressing the Silent Crisis of Absenteeism and Student Mental Health Oct. 24/23
Most educational administrators we’ve met are passionate about fostering a nurturing learning environment. Our latest podcast episode delves into the pressing issue of the silent crisis of student mental health and absenteeism. From the intricate dynamics of chronic absenteeism to the pivotal role of multi-agency collaboration, our conversation sheds light on some crucial steps needed …