Regular Attendance Crucial for School Success

Did you know that two absences from school a month means missing 1.5 years of learning by the time your child is a senior? Each day missed puts your student behind and makes it harder for them to catch up. 

Building the foundation for good attendance starts at home, so FCPS encourages families to:

• Help your student develop good sleep habits and regular morning routines.
• Be firm and send your child to school every day, all day, unless they are sick.
• Schedule doctor’s appointments and other activities outside of school hours.
• Avoid taking vacations on school days.
• Seek help early before your concerns become serious.
• Work with your school staff to understand the options when your child must miss school.
• Make sure you understand the terminology such as tardy, absent, and chronic absenteeism.
• Connect with your Family Resource Center or Youth Services Center for relevant programs and resources.

Review FCPS Attendance Policies