The Impact of Attendance on SEL

Jackie Zeidman

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

The Impact of Attendance on SEL

Understand attendance's role in SEL

This lesson explores the social-emotional aspects of attendance, helping students understand how being present affects their emotional well-being and relationships. Through engaging activities, students will develop empathy and self-awareness, recognizing the importance of attendance in their daily lives. This lesson is crucial as it connects attendance with personal growth and community building, encouraging students to be more mindful of their presence in school.

Audience

6th to 8th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Understand attendance's role in SEL

Materials

Discussion Questions, Worksheet on Attendance and Emotions, and Quiz on Attendance and SEL

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what attendance means and why it might be important.
Ask students to share their thoughts on how attendance might affect their school experience.

Step 2

Group Activity: Empathy and Attendance

15 mins

Divide students into small groups.
Provide each group with a scenario related to attendance (e.g., a student missing school due to illness).
Ask groups to discuss how the scenario might affect the student's emotions and relationships.
Have each group share their insights with the class.

Step 3

Worksheet: Attendance and Emotions

10 mins

Distribute the worksheet on attendance and emotions.
Ask students to reflect on their own experiences with attendance and how it has impacted their feelings and interactions.
Encourage students to write down their thoughts and share with a partner.

Step 4

Class Discussion: The Role of Attendance in SEL

10 mins

Lead a class discussion using the prepared questions.
Encourage students to think about how attendance can influence their social and emotional learning.
Discuss strategies for improving attendance and supporting peers who may struggle with it.

Step 5

Closure and Quiz

5 mins

Summarize the key points discussed in the lesson.
Administer a short quiz to assess understanding of the role of attendance in SEL.
Encourage students to reflect on how they can apply what they've learned to their own lives.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions on Attendance and SEL

A set of questions to guide a class discussion on how attendance affects social-emotional learning.

How does being present in school affect your relationships with classmates?

Encourage students to think about the social interactions they miss when absent.

What emotions do you feel when you miss a day of school?

Guide students to explore feelings of anxiety, relief, or disconnection.

How can we support classmates who struggle with attendance?

Discuss empathy, understanding, and practical support strategies.

Worksheet

Worksheet on Attendance and Emotions

This worksheet helps students reflect on their personal experiences with attendance and its impact on their emotions and relationships.

Describe a time when missing school affected your emotions. What did you feel?

How do you think your attendance affects your friendships and relationships at school?

What strategies can you use to improve your attendance and emotional well-being?

Quiz

Quiz on Attendance and SEL