When Roseville City School District saw chronic absenteeism spike from 6% to 26% after the pandemic, they knew they needed a transformative approach. In this interactive session, district leaders will share how they revolutionized their attendance processes, resulting in a dramatic 50% reduction in chronic absenteeism and a 4-point increase in ADA within just two years. Learn how they shifted from manual tracking to a data-driven system that empowered staff to have meaningful conversations about attendance. Presenters will detail their "Every Day Matters" campaign, showcase their communication approach for different grade levels, and demonstrate how they built a culture where all 1,300+ staff members are committed to attendance improvement. Walk away with practical strategies for implementing a similar transformation in your district.
Takeaways:
- How to design and launch a differentiated attendance communication campaign that targets specific grade levels and attendance patterns with relevant messaging and support strategies
- Practical steps for shifting attendance conversations from technical reporting to meaningful family support, including specific questions and talking points for staff to use during interventions
- Strategies for building school-wide ownership of attendance goals, with examples of how to engage all staff members - from teachers to clerical staff - in consistent, data-informed attendance monitoring and intervention
