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Attendance
Attendance at Webster County Schools
Why Attendance Matters
Academic Achievement
Students who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve academic success, graduate on time, and pursue higher education opportunities.
Social and Emotional Development
School provides a supportive environment where students can develop social skills, build friendships, and enhance their emotional well-being.
Future Success
Regular attendance instills valuable habits such as punctuality, responsibility, and commitment, which are essential for success in life.
How We Can Help
We are here to help you. Let’s be partners in this journey.
We understand that there are many reasons why your student might miss school. Our goal is to set you and your family up for success. If there are ways Webster County Schools can assist you, please contact the departments listed below.
- Mental Health and Health – Kim Saalwachter, District Health Coordinator
- Transportation – Greg Bowles, Assistant Superintendent, and Stacy Martin, Transportation Coordinator
- Tutoring – Building Principals, Hillary Bumpus, APEX Coordinator at WCMS, and Chelsey Wright, APEX 2.0 Coordinator at WCHS
- Attendance Department – Greg Bowles, Assistant Superintendent, and Debra Ford, District Attendance Clerk
Webster County's Commitment
- Clear Attendance Policies
We maintain clear and consistent attendance policies, emphasizing the importance of regular school attendance.
- Supportive Environment
We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where students feel valued and connected.
- Early Intervention
We identify and address attendance concerns early, working collaboratively with families to find solutions.
- Community Partnerships
We collaborate with community partners to provide resources and support to families facing barriers to attendance.
Attendance Tips
Communicate with the school: If your child experiences challenges that affect their attendance, please reach out to the school for support and resources. We are your partner and here to help you however we can.
Encourage a love of learning: Foster a positive attitude towards school and learning by engaging in educational activities with your child at home. If there are areas where your child’s school or academic experience can improve, we encourage you to speak with your school principal or educator.
Establish a consistent routine: Ensure your child gets enough sleep, eats a healthy breakfast, and has ample time to prepare for school each morning. If you need help with providing meals for your child or are in need of transportation, please contact your child’s principal.
Schedule appointments outside of school hours: Whenever possible, schedule doctor's appointments, dental check-ups, and other appointments during non-school hours. Even missing a half day of school for an appointment can be disruptive to your child’s academic experience.
District Attendance Policy
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It is important that you contact your child’s school if your child is absent from school.
On the day of your student’s absence, you will receive a ParentSquare notification if the absence has been reported via Infinite Campus, our district records system. Contacting parents and guardians of students who are not in class is an important measure undertaken by the District to ensure the safety of all of our students. Parents/Students may submit excuses via ParentSquare.
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Students who miss a significant number of school days, regardless of the reason, are considered chronically absent and may face academic and social challenges. Webster County Schools is committed to working with families to address chronic absenteeism and support student success. We are committed to your child’s success, and we are your partner. Together, we can help your student set themselves up for success!
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The Board requires that school-aged pupils enrolled in District schools attend school regularly in accordance with state laws. The educational program offered by Webster County Schools is based on the presence of the pupil and requires continuity of instruction and active classroom participation.