Session 1 Script

Materials: Session 1 Slide Deck, Attendance Reflection Worksheet, Discussion Prompt Cards, Whiteboard & Markers, Attendance Bingo Game Setup

1. Warm-Up (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Good morning, everyone! Let’s start with a quick question: How many days have you missed so far this month?”

Teacher: “Thank you for sharing. How did you feel on the days you missed school?”

Teacher (optional follow-up): “Did missing school ever make you worry about falling behind or missing out?”

2. Instruction (5 minutes)

Teacher: “Now let’s look at our first slide.”

1. Slide 1: Session 1: Why Attendance Matters!
   Teacher: “Today we’ll see three big reasons why coming every day helps you succeed.”
2. Slide 2: Benefit 1 – Boost Your Learning
   Teacher: “When you’re here, you keep up with lessons, avoid falling behind, and build confidence. Have you ever missed something important when you were absent? Can someone share?”
   
   
   
3. Slide 3: Benefit 2 – Strengthen Friendships
   Teacher: “Being present means you can join group activities, stay connected to friends, and practice social skills. What’s one fun activity you missed when you weren’t here?”
   
   
   
4. Slide 4: Benefit 3 – Establish a Successful Routine
   Teacher: “Daily school habits help you manage time now and prepare for goals like college or a job. Why might a routine be helpful for your future?”
   
   
   
5. Slide 5: Real-Life Examples
   Teacher: “Here are two students who saw big changes by attending regularly:
   • Alex improved his grades.
   • Maria made the basketball team after consistent practice.”

3. Discussion (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Turn to a partner. I’m handing out Discussion Prompt Cards. Each card asks: ‘What might happen if you miss school?’”

Teacher: “Talk for one minute. Then we’ll share highlights.”

Teacher: “Who can share one idea your pair discussed?”

4. Activity (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Now I’ll pass out the Attendance Reflection Worksheet. On the worksheet you’ll:

1. List two benefits of attending school regularly.
2. Identify one barrier you face.”

Teacher: “Write your answers now.”

(Circulate to support and check student work.)

5. Wrap-Up (1 minute)

Teacher: “Great work! Let’s quickly name the three benefits we talked about.”

• (Invite students to call them out and jot on the whiteboard.)

Teacher: “Finally, write down your personal attendance goal for this week. For example, ‘I will arrive on time Monday through Friday.’”

Teacher: “Remember, if you need help with anything—like getting to school on time or managing a barrier—talk to me or our school counselor. Next time, we’ll explore ways to overcome those barriers. Thanks for your attention, and let’s make this a great week of attendance!”

Attendance Reflection Worksheet (Session 1)

Grades 5–8 | 15 minutes

Use this worksheet to reflect on what you learned today about the importance of attendance. Write your answers clearly in the spaces provided.

1. List TWO benefits of attending school regularly.

a. First benefit:

b. Second benefit:

1. Identify ONE barrier you face that might make it hard for you to attend school every day.

1. Write your personal attendance goal for this week. (For example: “I will arrive on time Monday–Friday.”)

Remember: Bring this worksheet to our next session so we can check your progress and plan how to overcome barriers together!

Session 1 Discussion

Objective: Encourage students to think critically about the impacts of missing school and articulate their thoughts.
Time: 3 minutes
Materials: Discussion Prompt Cards, Whiteboard & Markers
Setup: Students pair up. Each pair receives one Discussion Prompt Card.

Discussion Prompt Cards

Each card contains a question to spark conversation. Distribute one card per pair.

1. What might happen if you miss school?
2. How could missing a day of school affect your friendships?
3. Can you think of a time when being absent made it hard to catch up on lessons?
4. Why is building a routine of attendance important for your future goals?

Procedure

• Hand out one Discussion Prompt Card to each pair.
• Tell pairs to discuss their question for 1 minute.
• After 1 minute, select 2–3 pairs to share a highlight from their conversation.
• As students share, write key ideas on the whiteboard.

Guiding Questions for Sharing

Use these prompts to guide the whole-class share-out:

• What was one idea that surprised you about missing school?
• How do you feel when you’re absent from class?
• What strategies could help you avoid missing school in the future?

Teacher Notes: Circulate during pair discussions to listen for standout ideas and support students who may need help expressing their thoughts. Encourage respectful listening during share-out and affirm each contribution.

Attendance BINGO

Objective: Reinforce daily attendance and positive school routines with a fun, game-based tracker.

Time:

• Introduction: 5 minutes (Session 2)
• Daily marking: 1 minute at the end of each day or session
• Weekly check-in: 5 minutes (Session 4)

Materials:

• Printed Attendance BINGO cards (one per student)
• Markers, stamps, or stickers
• Teacher initials or stamps for verification
• Small rewards or certificates for BINGO winners

Setup:

1. Print and distribute one unique Attendance BINGO card per student.
2. Explain that each square represents a positive attendance or routine habit.
3. Provide each student with a marker or sticker sheet.

How to Play

1. Daily Review: At the end of each school day (or session), ask students to check which habits they met (e.g., arrived on time, completed homework).
2. Mark Squares: Students place a marker on each square they’ve achieved. The teacher verifies by initialing or stamping the square.
3. Aim for BINGO: The goal is to get five marked squares in a horizontal, vertical, or diagonal line by the end of the week.
4. Celebrate Success: When a student earns BINGO, they:
   • Share which habits helped them succeed.
   • Receive a small reward (sticker, certificate, or verbal praise).
5. Renew Cards: After a BINGO or at the end of the week, clear cards and reset for the next week’s challenge.

Sample BINGO Card

(Teachers can customize squares to fit class goals.)

Variation:

• Class Bingo: Track the whole class by marking a giant BINGO board when every student meets the habit that day. Celebrate group progress.
• Challenge Mode: Require two BINGOs (horizontal and vertical) for a larger reward at month’s end.

Teacher Notes:

• Circulate daily to verify students’ self-reports and initial squares.
• Encourage reflection during weekly check-ins: Which habits were easiest? Which were hardest? How can you support each other?
• Link BINGO progress to the Attendance Reflection Worksheet goals in later sessions.

Session 2 Script

Materials: Session 2 Slide Deck, Barriers Brainstorming Worksheet, Barrier Prompt Cards, Whiteboard & Markers, Attendance BINGO

1. Warm-Up (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Good morning! Welcome back to our Attendance Adventure. Last week, each of you set a personal attendance goal. Let’s take a moment to reflect. What progress did you make this week? Did you encounter any obstacles?”

Teacher: “Thank you for sharing. (Invite 1–2 students to briefly share one success or challenge.)”

2. Instruction (5 minutes)

Teacher: “Now let’s look at our first slide.”

1. Slide 1: Session 2: Identifying Attendance Barriers
   Teacher: “Today we’re going to explore some common obstacles that can make it hard to attend school regularly and brainstorm ways to overcome them.”
2. Slide 2: Common Attendance Barriers
   Teacher: “Here are four big categories of barriers: transportation, health & sleep, family responsibilities, and motivation & engagement. Which of these have you experienced? Feel free to nod or raise your hand.”
3. Slide 3: Barrier – Transportation
   Teacher: “Transportation challenges include no reliable ride, traffic delays, or bad weather. Has anyone ever missed the bus or had trouble getting a ride? What happened?”

1. Slide 4: Barrier – Health & Sleep
   Teacher: “Health issues and lack of sleep can make you feel too tired or sick to come to school. How does not getting enough sleep or feeling unwell affect your attendance?”

1. Slide 5: Barrier – Family & Responsibilities
   Teacher: “Sometimes you might need to stay home to help with siblings, chores, or emergencies. Do you ever miss school for family reasons? How does that feel?”

1. Slide 6: Barrier – Motivation & Engagement
   Teacher: “Feeling bored, stressed, or disconnected can make it hard to want to come to school. What makes you feel unmotivated to attend?”

1. Slide 7: Real-Life Examples
   Teacher: “Here are two quick success stories:What strategy could you try from these examples?”
   • Alex found a carpool buddy to solve his ride issues.
   • Maria created a bedtime routine and felt more rested.

3. Discussion (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Turn to a partner. I’m handing out Barrier Prompt Cards. Each card asks a question like ‘Which barrier affects you most?’ or ‘How do you feel when you face this obstacle?’”

Teacher: “Talk for one minute. Then we’ll share a highlight.”

Teacher: “Who can share one key point from your discussion?”
(Record shared barriers on the whiteboard.)

4. Activity (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Now I’ll pass out the Barriers Brainstorming Worksheet. On your worksheet you’ll:

1. List your top two barriers.
2. Write one strategy to overcome each barrier.”

(Circulate to support and offer ideas.)

5. Wrap-Up (1 minute)

Teacher: “Great job! Let’s quickly name some of the barriers we identified.”
(Invite students to call them out, and jot on the whiteboard.)

Teacher: “Next time, we’ll check in on your strategies. Meanwhile, we’ll introduce Attendance BINGO to help you track your progress and celebrate your successes each week. Keep using those strategies and see how many bingo squares you can earn! Thanks for your efforts—see you next session!”

Session 3 Script

Materials: Session 3 Slide Deck, Routine Planning Worksheet, Routine Prompt Cards, Whiteboard & Markers, Attendance BINGO

1. Warm-Up (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Welcome back, everyone! Let’s check in on those strategies you chose last time. Which strategy did you try this week?”

Teacher: “Great! What went well with that strategy, and what felt challenging?”

(Invite 1–2 volunteers to share briefly.)

2. Instruction (5 minutes)

Teacher: “Now let’s look at our first slide.”

1. Slide 1: Session 3: Designing Your Daily Routine
   Teacher: “Today we’ll build routines for morning, after school, and evening to support your attendance goals.”
2. Slide 2: Why Routines Matter
   Teacher: “Routines reduce stress, build consistency, and link daily habits to success. How might a smoother morning routine help you arrive on time?”
   
   
   
3. Slide 3: Morning Routine Tips
   Teacher: “Try preparing clothes and backpack the night before, setting your alarm across the room, or having a healthy breakfast. Which of these ideas sounds most doable for you?”
   
   
   
4. Slide 4: After-School Routine Tips
   Teacher: “After school, take a short break, then review notes and complete homework. Organizing materials now saves time later. What’s one thing you could do right after school to stay on track?”
   
   
   
5. Slide 5: Evening Wind-Down Tips
   Teacher: “An evening routine helps you rest well. Try a consistent bedtime, limiting screens, and laying out materials for tomorrow. What new habit could you add to your evening routine?”
   
   
   
6. Slide 6: Real-Life Routine Examples
   Teacher: “Here are two examples:
   • Alex packs his bag and sets his alarm before dinner.
   • Maria reviews her homework in her planner and reads quietly before bed.
     Which step from Alex or Maria’s routine could you borrow?”

3. Discussion (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Turn to a partner and I’ll hand out Routine Prompt Cards. Each card asks a question like ‘What’s one part of your morning you can make a habit?’ or ‘How will you wind down before bed?’”

Teacher: “Discuss for one minute. Then we’ll share insights.”

Teacher: “Who can share one idea your partner suggested?”
(Record key routine ideas on the whiteboard.)

4. Activity (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Now I’ll pass out the Routine Planning Worksheet. On your worksheet you’ll:

1. Map three parts of your day: morning, after school, and evening.
2. List one specific habit for each (include details like time or steps).”
   
   
   
   
   
   

(Circulate to support and prompt for specifics: “What time will you set your alarm?” “Where will you keep your planner?”)

5. Wrap-Up (1 minute)

Teacher: “Fantastic work! Who can name one routine they’ll try this week?”

Teacher: “Remember to track these habits on your Attendance BINGO card each day. Next session we’ll celebrate your progress and fine-tune your routines. Keep up the great work—see you next time!”

Routine Planning Worksheet (Session 3)

Grades 5–8 | 15 minutes

Use this worksheet to map out clear routines for your day. For each part of the day, list three key steps and the time you’ll complete each step. Write clearly in the spaces provided.

1. Morning Routine

List three steps you will follow each morning to help you arrive on time and prepared. Include the time for each step.

a. Step 1 (time):

b. Step 2 (time):

c. Step 3 (time):

1. After-School Routine

Identify three actions you will take after school to review work, stay organized, and prepare for the next day.

a. Step 1 (time):

b. Step 2 (time):

c. Step 3 (time):

1. Evening Wind-Down Routine

Plan three habits you will follow each evening to wind down, get enough rest, and set yourself up for tomorrow.

a. Step 1 (time):

b. Step 2 (time):

c. Step 3 (time):

Remember to track these routines every day on your Attendance BINGO card to see your progress and celebrate your consistency!

Session 4 Script

Materials: Session 4 Slide Deck, Progress Reflection Worksheet, Discussion Prompt Cards, Whiteboard & Markers, Attendance BINGO

1. Warm-Up (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Good morning, everyone! Welcome to our final session of Attendance Adventure: Celebrating Your Progress!”
Teacher: “Who here earned BINGO this week? Show me your cards.”
Teacher: “Fantastic! Which habit or routine helped you earn those squares?”
Teacher: “How did tracking your routines motivate you to keep going?”

2. Instruction (5 minutes)

Teacher: “Let’s look at our slide deck.”

1. Slide 2: Attendance Benefits Recap
   Teacher: “We learned three big benefits of regular attendance: boosting learning, strengthening friendships, and establishing routines. Which benefit felt most real for you this week?”
   
   
   
2. Slide 3: Your Attendance BINGO Progress
   Teacher: “Now, let’s share about your BINGO cards. What habits helped you earn squares this week?”
   
   
   
3. Slide 4: Reflect on Your Success
   Teacher: “Think about these prompts:
   • Which strategy worked best for you?
   • Which routine was easiest to follow?
   • Which habit would you like to improve next?”
   
   
   

Teacher: “Turn to a partner, share one insight, and I’ll jot down our ideas.”

Teacher: “Who can share one highlight from your discussion?”
(Record key insights on the whiteboard.)

3. Discussion (3 minutes)

Teacher: “I’m handing out Discussion Prompt Cards. Each card asks a question like ‘Which strategy made the biggest difference?’ or ‘What habit do you want to refine next?’”
Teacher: “Discuss with your partner for one minute.”

Teacher: “Which pair has a highlight to share?”
(Invite 2–3 pairs and record responses on the whiteboard.)

4. Activity (3 minutes)

Teacher: “Now let’s use our Progress Reflection Worksheet. On your worksheet you’ll:

1. List two successes in attendance or routines.
2. Identify one habit you want to refine.
3. Set one new goal for next week.”

Teacher: “Write your responses now.”

(Circulate to support and encourage specific, achievable planning.)

5. Wrap-Up (1 minute)

Teacher: “Great work today! Who would like to name their new goal aloud?”

Teacher: “Remember to keep tracking your routines on your Attendance BINGO card and use your strategies every day. You’ve built strong habits—keep up the momentum!”

Teacher: “Thank you for all your effort this week. Let’s continue to celebrate every small win on our attendance journey!”

Progress Reflection Worksheet (Session 4)

Grades 5–8 | 15 minutes

Use this worksheet to reflect on your attendance journey, celebrate your successes, and set new goals for next week. Write your answers clearly in the spaces provided.

1. List TWO successes in your attendance habits or routines this week.

a. Success 1:

b. Success 2:

1. Which ONE routine or strategy would you like to refine to improve your attendance or daily habits?

1. Write ONE new attendance or routine goal for next week. (Be specific and achievable.)

Remember to track your progress on your Attendance BINGO card daily and celebrate each small win on your attendance journey!

Session 4 Discussion

Objective: Guide students to reflect on their attendance progress and plan next steps for continued success.
Time: 3 minutes
Materials: Discussion Prompt Cards, Whiteboard & Markers
Setup: Students pair up. Each pair receives one Discussion Prompt Card.

Discussion Prompt Cards

Distribute one card per pair. Each card contains a question to prompt reflection and future planning.

1. Which strategy made the biggest difference for you this week?
2. What habit or routine would you like to refine next week?
3. What obstacle might come up next week, and how will you handle it?
4. How will you celebrate your small wins to stay motivated?

Procedure

1. Hand out one Discussion Prompt Card to each pair.
2. In pairs, students discuss their question for 1 minute.
3. After 1 minute, invite 2–3 pairs to share a highlight from their conversation.
4. As students share, jot key ideas and strategies on the whiteboard.

Guiding Questions for Share-Out

Use these to deepen discussion if needed:

• What surprised you about your partner’s reflection?
• How can you support each other in refining routines?
• What simple action can you take tomorrow to move closer to your new goal?

Teacher Notes: Circulate to listen for standout ideas, prompt students to be specific, and affirm each contribution. Encourage a growth mindset by highlighting progress and possibilities for next week.