Attendance

Congratulations to 6B for winning Term Three’s Attendance Cup. This cup is given to the class with the highest attendance for the term.  Next week, as their reward Year 6B have chosen a session of fun games, activities and hands on learning in the gym.  

Why is it important that your child come to school every day? 

Being at school is the most important thing your child needs to do for their future. School helps them build good habits for later on in life. You might think school is just about Maths and English but they are learning about how to work with other students and how to solve problems.  Being at school every day also means your child is becoming more independent as a learner and interacting with their friends and teachers.  We know that young people who attend school more frequently have better outcomes after school too. This means they earn more money, have better job opportunities and are generally healthier.  So being at school really does make a difference!

If students are not at school, what do they miss?  

Students miss all the big stuff – class discussions and all the interaction that happens in a classroom, the chance to receive help from teachers and the opportunity to practice skills and gain knowledge.  Being away means they miss learning opportunities that they need to catch up in their own time.  Being away from school can be lonely.  It has a big impact on relationships and social connections. 

Make every day count!