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 a school climate that shows you care. Setting up a mentor program, monitoring attendance data and minimizing obstacles to attendance are also recommended actions. Restorative practice questions and a mindset of curiousity provide a HOW TO when addressing secondary absenteeism. Check out our website www.restorative.ca for more information on restorative questions.Student Attendance Improvement Key terms: Developing Relationships in Schools Building Relationships with Students Creating a Culture of Care Mentorship Programs in Education Monitoring Student Attendance Minimizing Attendance Obstacles Restorative Approach in Education Read the full article https://www.nassp.org/publication/principal-leadership/volume-17-2016-2017/principal-leadership-december-2016/10-high-yield-actions-to-improve-student-attendance/
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