Promoting School Attendance Across the Suncoast
As a core pillar of the Suncoast Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (SCGLR), we work alongside school districts, educators, parents, and community partners to promote school attendance across the Suncoast region.
Why Regular School Attendance Drives Success
Attending school regularly is necessary for students to build the academic and social skills they need to succeed. Missing just two days a month, 10% of the school year, is considered chronic absenteeism and can leave third graders unable to read proficiently, sixth graders struggling with coursework, and high school students off track for graduation.
Data shows that chronic absence puts children in academic danger. Black, Latino, and Native American students, students living in poverty, students with disabilities, and English language learners are especially affected. While children do get sick or need to miss school for personal reasons, making every day a learning day remains key for long-term achievement.
Explore the Attendance Awareness Poster Contest. and the Motivating Improved Attendance (MIA) program, serving Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee, and Sarasota counties.
