Attendance Matters

Be Present. Be Proud.

Why attendance is important?

In order for students at Madera Unified Schools to learn and achieve to their fullest potential, it is critical that they attend school and are engaged in the learning process. Student absences, whether excused or unexcused, impact a child’s ability to succeed in school. To increase student attendance in school, students need to feel valued, engaged, and safe at school. Parents/Guardians will be notified more often based on all absences regardless of whether a student is excused or unexcused.

We’re excited to share this new resource created to supprt parents and families in developing positive attendance habits for their children. We understand the challenges families face, and we’re here to provide valuable resources and information to help your student thrive. We believe that strong partnerships between parents and the school are essential for student success. This hub is here to support you with the tools and knowledge you need to ensure your child’s success in school.

Helpful Tips!

Set a regular bedtime and morning routine. For example, lay out clothes and backpacks the night before. Work towards limiting technology at least an hour before bed.

School traffic can be impacted at the beginning of the school day. Consider leaving 10-15 minutes earlier than you usually do.

Call on a family member, a neighbor or another parent. If your family needs support with this, school staff may be able to help..

Schedule when school is not in session.

Reach out to staff for advice.

Reach out to staff for resources and ideas to continue learning at home. Our health services team may be able to assist your family.

Did you know?

Regular school attendance in elementary school improves the chances that your child will read on grade level.
Chronic absenteeism (missing 18 or more school days per year) is a primary cause of lower academic achievement even when the absences are “excused” or understandable.
Students who attend 90% or more of the school year are more likely to graduate from high school on time.
Absences can be a sign that a student is losing interest in school, struggling with school work, dealing with peer conflicts or facing some other potentially serious difficulty, and help is available.

Planning a Vacation?

Although it is not encouraged for your student to miss five or more days of school, short term independent study is an option that may be available. Note that in short term independent study, attendance is earned based on the time value of assignments as determined by the certificated teacher employed by the school district, or the combined time value of pupil work product and pupil participation in synchronous instruction. It is critical that students complete the work assigned.

Call your child’s school site now for further information

BLUE PYRAMID

PURPLE PYRAMID

Alpha661-4101
Chavez664-9701
Eastin-Arcola (K-8)674-8841
La Vina (K-8)673-5194
Millview674-8509
Parkwood673-2500
Sierra Vista674-8579
Virginia Lee Rose662-2662
MLK MS674-4681
Madera South High675-4450
Furman High School675-4482

RED PYRAMID

Berenda674-3325
Dixieland (K-8)673-9119
Monroe674-5679
Nishimoto664-8110
Pershing664-9741
Desmond MS664-1775
Matilda Torres High416-5909
Mt. Vista High School675-4580

Need help? Contact your School's Attendance Office Above!

Madera Unified School District | 2025

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