Attendance Counts! An Information Guide for Families

This resource shares information with parents and caregivers about the important topic of student attendance.

• Everyone can play a role in making sure that all First Nations students have every opportunity for success by attending school as much as possible.
• It is most effective when families and schools work in partnership to promote good attendance.
• In fact, it is most helpful when entire communities encourage all students to arrive at school regularly and on-time.

All of the suggestions are offered as options to consider and adapt, according to the needs and circumstances of each family, child, and teen. Many people shared their thoughts and ideas to help inform this Guide.