Showing up to school every day is critical for students’ wellbeing, engagement and learning.
In Fraser - and across the state and country - the rates of student absences have increased during the last several years.
Missing just two days of school a month adds up to more than 10% of the school year. All absences – even those that are excused – can negatively impact your student.
We want to partner with our families to make our schools a safe, healthy and welcoming environment where all students can succeed. During this school year, we will share important attendance information with you to help all of our students attend today, achieve tomorrow.
Make sure to send your child to school if they are generally healthy and well and able to participate in their usual day-to-day activities. Avoid keeping children at home unless they are too sick to participate.
Children may also avoid school due to anxiety (symptoms may include decreased appetite, feeling tired, stomachache, headache, etc.). If you are worried that your child may be suffering from anxiety, talk with their teacher, school social worker or other school staff to discuss the challenge and identify what can help your child stay in school.
We have put together this helpful chart of when to keep your child home and when they can return to school for common illnesses.
