Attendance Boost

Maria Denton

Tier 3

Lesson Plan

Attendance Boost

Increasing Attendance

This lesson aims to increase the student's attendance by exploring the importance of regular school attendance and identifying personal barriers. Through a supportive discussion and engaging activity, the student will gain insights into how attendance impacts their academic success and personal growth. This lesson is crucial as it helps the student recognize the value of being present and actively participating in their education.

Audience

Individual 11th Grader

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Trauma-Informed Teaching, Blended Learning, Collaborative Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, and Attendance Reflection Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

Begin with a warm welcome and a brief check-in to see how the student is feeling today.
Explain the purpose of the session: to explore the importance of school attendance and identify any challenges they might be facing.

Step 2

Discussion

7 mins

Use the provided discussion questions to guide a conversation about the student's current attendance patterns.
Encourage the student to share their thoughts and feelings about attending school regularly.
Discuss any personal or external factors that might be affecting their attendance.

Step 3

Activity

7 mins

Provide the student with the Attendance Reflection Worksheet.
Ask them to complete the worksheet, reflecting on their attendance habits and setting personal goals for improvement.
Offer support and guidance as they work through the questions.

Step 4

Closure

3 mins

Conduct a brief check-out, asking the student to share one takeaway from the session.
Reinforce the importance of attendance and express confidence in their ability to improve.
Thank the student for their participation and encourage them to reach out if they need further support.

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Discussion

Discussion on Attendance

A guided discussion to explore the student's attendance patterns and challenges.

What are some reasons you think attending school regularly is important?

Encourage the student to think about both academic and personal growth benefits.

Can you identify any challenges that make it difficult for you to attend school regularly?

Listen actively and validate the student's experiences, offering empathy and understanding.

What support do you think you need to improve your attendance?

Guide the student to think about practical solutions and support systems.

Worksheet

Attendance Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet to help the student reflect on their attendance habits and set goals for improvement.

List three benefits of attending school regularly.

Consider both short-term and long-term benefits.

Identify two challenges you face in attending school regularly.

Think about personal, social, or environmental factors.

Set one specific goal to improve your attendance over the next month.

Make sure the goal is realistic and achievable.