Session 1 Lesson Plan Session 1: Why Attendance Matters
Attendance All-Stars • Lesson Plan
30 MINS
Objective
Students will identify why attending school regularly matters by exploring benefits of attendance and articulating two personal reasons to show up consistently.
The "Why"
Helping students understand the impact of consistent attendance builds motivation, supports learning, and fosters a sense of accountability and belonging.
Prep & Materials
Review Attendance Matters Video and test playback.
Print Attendance Pre-Tests .
Print Benefit Web Chart Templates (1 per student).
Print Session 1 Exit Tickets .
Gather markers, sticky notes, and chart paper.
Instructional Steps
1
Introduction & Pre-Test
5 MINS
• Welcome the group! Explain the purpose of "Attendance All-Stars": to help everyone show up, learn, and have fun.
• Distribute the Attendance Pre-Test . Explain that this isn't a graded quiz, but a way for us to see what they already know and feel about school.
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Play Video and Discuss
8 MINS
• Play the Attendance Matters Video .
• Discussion Prompt: “What did you notice? Why does attending school help you?”
• Record 2-3 student responses on chart paper to validate their initial thoughts.
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Benefit Web Activity
12 MINS
• Distribute the Benefit Web Chart Template and markers.
• Brainstorm benefits in small groups (e.g., friendships, learning, gym class, lunch, routines).
• Each student writes one benefit on a sticky note and places it on the group's web. Discuss themes as you circulate.
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Reflection & Exit Ticket
5 MINS
• Invite groups to share their top 2 benefits.
• Distribute the Exit Ticket . Students write one reason they plan to attend and one strategy they'll use.
• Collect exit tickets and congratulate the team on a great start!
Session 1 Presentation Slides Session 1
Why Attendance
Matters
Welcome to Attendance All-Stars! Let's kick off our season of showing up and being great.
Welcome everyone! Introduce yourself and the group. Explain that today’s session is all about understanding why coming to school every day is important.
Today's Goals
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Identify why attending school regularly matters for your success.
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Articulate two personal reasons to show up consistently every day.
Read each objective aloud. Encourage students to think about what they already know.
Warm-Up Discussion
"Why do you come to school each day?"
How does showing up help you learn and grow?
Use this warm-up to connect students’ experiences. Call on a few volunteers to share.
Attendance Matters Video
Insert YouTube Link or Video Here
Tell students you’re going to watch a short video. Ensure the volume is set correctly.
Video Reflection
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What did you notice in the video?
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Why does attending school help you personally?
After the video, prompt thinking. Record responses on chart paper.
Get Ready!
Benefit Web Chart Template
Colorful
Sticky
Display and pass out materials. Make sure each student has a template and writing tools.
Benefit Web Activity
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In small groups, brainstorm benefits of regular attendance.
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Write each benefit on a sticky note.
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Place notes on the shared web template.
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Group similar ideas and label key themes.
Explain the steps clearly. Circulate to support each group.
Share & Reflect
"What are your group's top two benefits?"
Friendships Learning Routines
Invite each group to present. Highlight overlaps and reinforce main points.
The Finish Line
On your exit ticket, write:
One reason you will attend school every day.
One strategy you will use to show up consistently.
Distribute exit tickets. Encourage honest responses. Collect them at the end.
Great Job Today!
Showing up helps you learn, make friends, and build great habits.
See you next time!
Thank students for their participation. Preview Session 2: making attendance fun.
Benefit Web Chart Template Benefit Web Chart
Attendance All-Stars • Session 1 Activity
Name: ____________________
Date: ____________________
How to use this chart:
In the large center circle, write your main topic (e.g., "Regular Attendance"). In the surrounding areas, write down different benefits of coming to school every day. Draw lines to connect each benefit back to the center!
Central Topic
Tip: Once you’ve brainstormed your benefits, you can sketch small icons or use different colors for each one!
Attendance Pre-Test Quiz Attendance Pre-Test
Starting our journey as All-Stars!
Name
Date
Read each question carefully. There are no "wrong" answers—just share what you think and feel right now!
On a scale of 1 to 5, how important do you think coming to school every day is?
Not Important
1
2
3
4
5
Very Important
Which of the following is a benefit of attending school regularly?
Making friends
Watching TV at home
Sleeping in
Playing video games
True or False: Missing a few days of school does not affect how much you learn.
True
False
What is one challenge or barrier that might keep you from coming to school?
Approximately how many days do some students miss in a typical month?
0–1 days
2–3 days
5–10 days
15 or more days
If you miss school regularly, you might fall behind in which subject?
Math
Watching TV
Playing video games
Sleeping late
How confident are you that you can come to school every day this week?
Not Confident
1
2
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4
5
Very Confident
Which of these could be a real barrier to getting to school on time?
No bus or ride
Too much homework
Too much free time
Weekend parties
What is one thing you can do at home to help you get to school on time?
How many days do you think you will attend school this week?
All days
Missing one day
Missing two days
Not sure
Session 1 Reflection Exit Ticket Session 1 Exit Ticket
Attendance All-Stars Reflection
1 One reason I plan to attend school every day:
2 One strategy I will use to show up consistently:
Name: ________________
I'm ready to be an All-Star!
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Session 1 Exit Ticket
Attendance All-Stars Reflection
1 One reason I plan to attend school every day:
2 One strategy I will use to show up consistently:
Name: ________________
I'm ready to be an All-Star!
Attendance All-Stars Student Handouts Student Workbook
Attendance
All-Stars
Showing Up • Shining Bright • Leading the Way
Athlete Name
Enter your name here...
Session 1: Benefit Web
Activity 1.1
Central Topic
Session 1 Reflection
One reason I plan to attend school every day:
One strategy I will use to show up consistently:
Session 2: My Goals
Activity 2.1
My Attendance Goal:
Draw your favorite school activities here!
The Commitment
“I commit to: __________________________________________________”
Session 3: Problem Solvers
Activity 3.1
Barrier Solution 1 Solution 2
Final Step: One strategy I will try this week:
Session 4: My Routines
Activity 4.1
Time
Morning Step
Evening Step
Routine Commitment: I will commit to doing __________________________ every day.
Session 5: My Progress
Activity 5.1
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SESSION
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SESSION
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SESSION
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SESSION
5
SESSION
6
SESSION
One Attendance Success:
Final Goal
"My goal to keep attendance strong is ___________________________________"
Session 6: The Pledge
Activity 6.1
My Champion Pledge
“I pledge to:”
Leadership Action
"One leadership action I will practice is _________________________________"
Attendance All-Stars Complete Presentation Complete Series
Attendance
All-Stars
A 6-Session Journey to Motivation, Habits, and Leadership.
The Season Schedule
01
Why Attendance Matters
02
Fun & Goals
03
Overcoming Barriers
04
Building Routines
05
Celebrating Success
06
Future Champions
Session 1 Review
Quick Quiz
Why is attending school regularly important?
a) To sleep in
b) To build friendships & learn
c) To play video games
Takeaway
Consistent attendance builds routines.
You have personal reasons to show up!
Session 2 Review
Quick Quiz
Which of these makes school fun?
a) Watching TV at home
b) Classroom projects & games
c) Staying in bed
Takeaway
Explored fun school experiences.
Created personal goal posters.
Session 3 Review
Session 3 Quiz
"Give one example of a barrier to attendance and your group's solution!"
Takeaway
Identified real barriers.
Mapped barriers to solutions.
Session 4 Review
Session 4 Quiz
"Name one step in your morning routine chart. How does it help?"
Takeaway
Created personalized routine charts.
Used peer feedback to refine plans.
Session 5 Review
Session 5 Quiz
"What improvement did you notice on your chart? Why is celebration important?"
Takeaway
Charted progress and growth.
Shared certificates and pride.
Session 6 Review
Session 6 Quiz
"List one champion action you committed to. How will you help others?"
Takeaway
Explored qualities of Champions.
Committed to leadership pledges.
Congratulations
All-Stars!
Keep showing up, keep shining bright, and keep leading the way!
Session 2 Lesson Plan Session 2: Fun & Goals
Attendance All-Stars • Lesson Plan
30 MINS
Objective
Students will explore fun aspects of school attendance and set a personal attendance goal by creating a colorful goals poster.
The "Why"
Connecting attendance to enjoyable school experiences and setting concrete goals boosts students’ excitement, ownership, and motivation.
Prep & Materials
Review Fun Attendance Adventure Video .
Print Attendance Goals Poster Template (1 per student).
Print Attendance Commitment Cards .
Gather colored pencils, markers, and stickers.
Instructional Steps
1
Play Video and Discuss
8 MINS
• Introduce the session: today we discovery the fun side of school and set goals.
• Play the Fun Attendance Adventure Video .
• Ask: “What parts of school look most fun or exciting to you?” Record responses on chart paper.
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Brainstorm Fun Moments
7 MINS
• Give each student a sticky note.
• Ask them to write or draw one activity they enjoy or want to try.
• Place notes on a “Fun at School” board. Group similar ideas together (sports, art, recess, etc.).
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Attendance Goals Poster
10 MINS
• Distribute the Goals Poster Template and art supplies.
• Instruct students to write one attendance goal (e.g., “I will come to school every day this week”).
• Decorate the poster with drawings that represent their goal and why school is fun.
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Share & Celebrate
5 MINS
• Volunteers present their posters. Celebrate with applause!
• Distribute Commitment Cards . Students write one sentence committing to their goal.
• Collect cards to display as a reminder of their promises.
Session 2 Presentation Slides Session 2
Fun & Goals
What makes school awesome? Let's find out and set some goals!
Welcome back! Greet students and explain that today we’ll explore the fun side of school and set personal attendance goals.
Today's Mission
Discover the fun parts of coming to school.
Brainstorm activities you look forward to.
Create a personal attendance goal poster.
Read objectives aloud and encourage students to think about what makes school exciting.
Your Favorite Moment
"What’s one thing you really enjoy at school?"
Is it a subject? Recess? A friend? A club?
Invite students to share one favorite thing about school to prime their thinking before the video.
Fun Attendance Adventure
Insert Video URL: Fun Attendance Adventure
Introduce the video: explain that it shows different fun school moments. Check volume before playing.
Brainstorm Fun!
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Write or draw an activity you enjoy on a sticky note.
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Place your note on the "Fun at School" board.
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We'll group similar ideas together!
Board Placeholder
Explain how to brainstorm and group ideas. Supply sticky notes and pens.
Create Your Poster
Write one attendance goal (e.g., "Attend every day this week").
Decorate with drawings, colors, and stickers.
Make it personal and bright!
Walk students through each step. Circulate to support creativity and goal clarity.
Share & Celebrate
Show your poster to the team!
Great Work!
Nice Colors!
Awesome Goal!
Invite a few volunteers to present their posters. Applaud and reinforce positive messages.
Attendance Commitment
On your Commitment Card, write one sentence
"I commit to..."
Close the session by distributing commitment cards and collecting them for display.
Attendance Goals Poster Template My Attendance Goal
Attendance All-Stars • Poster Project
Name: ____________________
Date: ____________________
My Attendance Goal:
Example: "I will attend school every day this week!"
Fun at School
Draw or list things that make school fun!
Friends • Favorite Subjects • Recess • Projects • Clubs
Show Up. Shine Bright.
Use bright colors and bold text for your goal.
Add stickers or symbols to make it yours.
Display this poster where you'll see it every day!
Attendance Commitment Card Attendance Commitment
All-Star Promise
I commit to:
Signature
Attendance Commitment
All-Star Promise
I commit to:
Signature
Attendance Commitment
All-Star Promise
I commit to:
Signature
Attendance Commitment
All-Star Promise
I commit to:
Signature
Session 3 Lesson Plan Session 3: Overcoming Barriers
Attendance All-Stars • Lesson Plan
30 MINS
Objective
Students will recognize common barriers to attending school and collaboratively develop practical strategies by mapping each barrier to a solution.
The "Why"
Identifying obstacles and creating action plans empowers students to overcome challenges, fostering problem-solving skills and self-efficacy.
Prep & Materials
Review Overcoming Attendance Barriers Video .
Print Barrier-Solution Mapping Template (1 per student).
Print Session 3 Reflection Exit Tickets .
Gather chart paper, markers, and sticky notes.
Instructional Steps
1
Play Video and Discuss
8 MINS
• Introduce the session: today we tackle the "brick walls" or barriers that keep us from school.
• Play the Overcoming Attendance Barriers Video .
• Discussion Prompt: “What challenges did you see? Have you experienced any of these?” Record on chart paper.
2
Brainstorm Personal Barriers
7 MINS
• Give each student sticky notes. Ask them to write one personal or observed barrier (e.g., transportation, sleep, sickness).
• Students place notes on a shared “Barriers” board. Group them by theme (Physical, Routine, Motivation).
3
Map Barrier-Solution
10 MINS
• Distribute the Mapping Template and markers.
• Assign each small group one barrier theme. Groups brainstorm 2 practical solutions per barrier.
• Circulate to encourage "What if..." thinking and creative problem-solving.
4
Share & Reflection
5 MINS
• Groups share their top barrier and solution with the class.
• Distribute Exit Ticket . Students write one barrier they face and one strategy they will try this week.
Session 3 Presentation Slides Session 3
Overcoming
Barriers
Don't let anything block your path to success. Let's find some solutions!
Welcome everyone! Introduce today’s focus: identifying and solving challenges that can keep us from coming to school.
Today's Map
1
Identify common barriers to regular attendance.
2
Brainstorm personal or observed challenges.
3
Map each barrier to at least two practical solutions.
Read the objectives out loud and encourage students to think about challenges they’ve seen or faced.
"What are some things that might stop you or someone from coming to school?"
No Ride? Feeling Sick? Too Tired?
Use this warm-up to activate prior thinking. Invite students to share examples.
Overcoming Barriers Video
Insert Video URL: Overcoming Attendance Barriers
Explain that we’ll watch a video showing students facing different attendance challenges. Check volume, then play.
1. What challenges did you see in the video?
2. Have you experienced any of these yourself?
After the video, collect responses and record them on chart paper.
The Barrier Board
1
Write one barrier you've faced or seen on a sticky note.
2
Place your note on the "Barriers" board.
3
We'll group them into themes together.
Brick Wall Placeholder
Explain how to brainstorm personal barriers. Circulate to support and keep grouping ideas.
Barrier-Solution Mapping
The Mission
Work in small groups.
Take one barrier theme.
Brainstorm 2 practical solutions.
Record them on your template!
Introduce the mapping template and guide groups through solution brainstorming.
Share & Strategize
"Each group will present their barrier and their top solutions. Let's build a toolbox of strategies!"
Have each group share their barrier and top solutions. Encourage the class to add ideas.
Final Reflection
1
One barrier YOU face.
2
One solution YOU will try this week.
Distribute the exit ticket and explain the reflection task. Collect tickets before closing.
Barrier-Solution Mapping Template Barrier-Solution Map
Attendance All-Stars • Problem Solvers
Name: ____________________
Date: ____________________
How to use this map:
In the left column, write down a "barrier" (something that makes it hard to get to school). In the next columns, brainstorm two practical solutions that could help you climb over that barrier!
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Tip: Be as specific as possible! Instead of "Wake up," try "Set two alarms on my phone."
Barrier Reflection Exit Ticket Session 3 Exit Ticket
Barrier & Solution Reflection
1 One barrier I face to getting to school:
2 One strategy I will try to overcome it:
Name: ________________
Problem Solver!
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Session 3 Exit Ticket
Barrier & Solution Reflection
1 One barrier I face to getting to school:
2 One strategy I will try to overcome it:
Name: ________________
Problem Solver!
Session 4 Lesson Plan Session 4: Building Routines
Attendance All-Stars • Lesson Plan
30 MINS
Objective
Students will understand how consistent morning and evening routines support attendance and will create a personalized routine chart.
The "Why"
Establishing clear, repeatable routines empowers students to manage time, reduce stress, and show up on time.
Prep & Materials
Review Building Attendance Routines Video .
Print Routine Planning Chart Template (1 per student).
Print Session 4 Exit Tickets .
Gather construction paper, markers, and stickers.
Instructional Steps
1
Play Video and Discuss
7 MINS
• Introduce the session: today we focus on the "Game Plan"—our daily routines.
• Play the Building Attendance Routines Video .
• Ask: “What routines did you notice? How do they help someone get to school on time?”
2
Identify Routine Steps
6 MINS
• Give each student sticky notes. Ask them to write one step they need for a morning or evening routine (e.g., set alarm, pack bag).
• Place notes on a “Routine Steps” board. Group them by Morning, Evening, and Bedtime.
3
Personal Routine Chart
12 MINS
• Distribute the Planning Chart Template , markers, and stickers.
• Instruct students to transfer grouped steps into their own chart in order. Encourage adding times.
• Peer Feedback (3 mins): Pair students to share. Partners give one positive comment and one suggestion.
4
Exit Ticket Reflection
5 MINS
• Distribute the Exit Ticket .
• Students write one routine step they commit to doing every single school day.
Session 4 Presentation Slides Session 4
Building
Routines
Your daily game plan for showing up ready to win!
Welcome everyone! Introduce today’s focus: how building routines can help us get to school on time and ready to learn.
The Game Plan
Understand how morning and evening routines support attendance.
Identify key routine steps for successful school days.
Create and personalize your own routine chart.
Read the objectives out loud and encourage students to think about their own daily routines.
"What routines do you already follow before school?"
How do they help you arrive on time and ready to learn?
Alarm
Breakfast
Pack bag
Use this warm-up to get students thinking about routines they already have.
Building Attendance Routines
Insert Video URL: Building Attendance Routines
Introduce the video and check volume before playing.
Routine Reflection
What morning or evening routines did you notice?
How do those routines help someone get to school?
After the video, record observations on chart paper.
Toolkit
Routine Planning Chart
Construction Paper
Markers
Stickers
Show and pass out materials for the next activities.
Sort Your Steps
1
Write one routine step on a sticky note.
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Place your note on the "Routine Steps" board.
3
Group them: Morning, Evening, or Bedtime.
MORNING
EVENING
BEDTIME
Explain how to brainstorm routine steps. Circulate and support grouping.
Your Personal Chart
Transfer steps to your Routine Planning Chart.
Put them in order and add times (like 7:00 AM).
Decorate with colors and stickers!
Guide students through completing their personal charts. Encourage creativity.
Team Review
Share One Plus
"I like your sticker choice!"
Share One Idea
"Maybe add a snack reminder?"
Pair students up to give feedback: one positive comment and one suggestion.
Commit to Your Routine
On your exit ticket, write:
Routine Planning Chart Template Routine Planning Chart
Attendance All-Stars • My Game Plan
Name: ____________________
Date: ____________________
Plan Your Success:
In each row, write the Time you'll do each step, then describe your Morning and Evening actions. Be specific!
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Morning Ideas:
Eat breakfast, set alarm, brush teeth, put on shoes, check for backpack.
Evening Ideas:
Lay out clothes, pack backpack, read for 10 minutes, go to bed on time.
Session 4 Reflection Exit Ticket Session 4 Exit Ticket
Routine Commitment
! One routine step I will commit to doing every school day morning or evening:
Name: ________________
Ready to Roll!
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Session 4 Exit Ticket
Routine Commitment
! One routine step I will commit to doing every school day morning or evening:
Name: ________________
Ready to Roll!
Session 5 Lesson Plan Session 5: Celebrating Success
Attendance All-Stars • Lesson Plan
30 MINS
Objective
Students will recognize and celebrate their attendance improvements by reflecting on progress, sharing achievements, and setting ongoing attendance goals.
The "Why"
Celebrating successes reinforces positive attendance habits, boosts confidence, and motivates continued regular attendance.
Prep & Materials
Print Attendance Post-Tests .
Print Attendance Progress Chart Templates (1 per student).
Print Celebration Certificates .
Gather stickers or tokens and markers.
Instructional Steps
1
Post-Test Assessment
5 MINS
• Distribute the Attendance Post-Test .
• Instruct students to complete it quietly. Explain this helps us see how much they've learned since Session 1.
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Chart Your Progress
8 MINS
• Distribute the Progress Chart Template .
• Have students mark which sessions they attended and color-code their "days present."
• Ask students to note one improvement (e.g., fewer tardies, getting up earlier).
3
Celebration Certificates
12 MINS
• Distribute the Certificate Template and markers.
• Students write their names, draw a scene of them at school, and decorate.
• Share (5 mins): Invite each student to show their certificate to a partner and share one proud moment. Lead a group cheer!
4
Celebration Exit Ticket
5 MINS
• Distribute the final reflection exit ticket.
• Students write one success they're proud of and one goal to keep their attendance strong.
Session 5 Presentation Slides Session 5
Celebrating
Success
You've done the work, now let's celebrate your growth!
Welcome back! Today we’ll celebrate all the hard work you’ve done and reflect on how far you've come.
Victory Lap
Reflect on your attendance improvements.
Celebrate progress with custom certificates.
Set goals to maintain strong attendance.
Read objectives aloud and remind students that reflection and celebration help us keep our momentum.
Reflect & Shine
"What is one new thing you’ve learned about attendance during our sessions?"
Use warm-up to have students share what they’ve learned so far. This primes them for the post-test.
Post-Test Assessment
1
Complete the test quietly.
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Reflect on what you've learned.
Distribute the post-test and explain how to complete it quietly. Collect tests when finished.
Chart Your Progress
1
Mark each session you attended.
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Color-code your days present.
3
Write one improvement you've noticed!
Guide students as they fill out their progress charts, marking sessions attended and noting improvements.
Attendance All-Star Awards
Write your name on your certificate.
Draw a picture of you at school.
Decorate with stickers and drawings!
Certificate Placeholder
Distribute certificates and support students as they create personalized celebration certificates.
Group Cheer!
"Show your certificate to a partner."
"Share one attendance success you're proud of!"
Invite students to pair up, share certificates, and celebrate each other’s progress.
The Next Step
On your exit ticket, write:
One success you're proud of.
One goal to keep you strong.
Explain the exit ticket prompt and collect tickets to capture final reflections and future goals.
Attendance Progress Chart Template Attendance Progress Chart
Attendance All-Stars • Tracking My Success
Name: ____________________
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Session 1
2
Session 2
3
Session 3
4
Session 4
5
Session 5
6
Session 6
One improvement I've noticed:
Example: "I am getting to school 10 minutes earlier than I used to."
Attendance Champion Weekly View
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
Color in your session circles or add a sticker each time you show up!
Attendance Celebration Certificate Template Attendance All-Stars
Certificate of Achievement
This honor is proudly awarded to:
_____________________________________
Attendance All-Star Champion
Draw a picture of you shining at school!
Group Leader
All-Star
Date
"Every Day Counts, Every Student Matters!"
Attendance Post-Test Quiz Attendance Post-Test
Celebrating how much you've learned!
Name
Date
On a scale of 1 to 5, how important is attending school every day to you now?
Not Important
1
2
3
4
5
Very Important
Which of the following is a benefit of attending school regularly?
Making friends
Watching TV at home
Sleeping in
Playing video games
True or False: Consistently missing school can make it harder to keep up with your classmates.
True
False
Name one barrier you faced and one strategy you used to overcome it.
Which morning routine is most likely to help you arrive on time?
Setting an alarm
Playing video games
Skipping breakfast
Watching TV
Which habit can help you avoid rushing in the morning?
Laying out clothes
Staying up late
Eating too much cereal
Ignoring your alarm
How confident are you now in your ability to attend school every day?
Not Confident
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Very Confident
Which action can you take to encourage a friend’s attendance?
Say good morning
Skip homework together
Arrive late on purpose
Ignore classmates
Write two reasons why you now believe regular attendance matters.
How many days do you plan to attend school next week?
All days
I might miss one day
I might miss two days
Not sure
Session 5 Reflection Exit Ticket Session 5 Exit Ticket
Celebration Reflection
1 One attendance success I’m proud of:
2 One goal I will set to keep attendance strong:
Name: ________________
Attendance Star!
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Session 5 Exit Ticket
Celebration Reflection
1 One attendance success I’m proud of:
2 One goal I will set to keep attendance strong:
Name: ________________
Attendance Star!
Session 6 Lesson Plan Session 6: Future Champions
Attendance All-Stars • Lesson Plan
30 MINS
Objective
Students will embrace their role as attendance champions by exploring leadership qualities, creating a personal pledge, and planning ways to encourage peers.
The "Why"
Empowering students as leaders reinforces positive habits, builds peer support, and sustains a culture of commitment and accountability.
Prep & Materials
Review Attendance Champion Video .
Print Attendance Champion Pledge Template (1 per student).
Print Final Reflection Exit Tickets .
Gather large chart paper, markers, and sticky notes.
Instructional Steps
1
Play Video and Discuss
7 MINS
• Introduce the session: students are now "Attendance Champions" who can lead others!
• Play the Attendance Champion Video .
• Ask: “What qualities make someone a champion? How can you support friends to attend every day?” Record ideas on chart paper.
2
Brainstorm Champion Actions
8 MINS
• Give students sticky notes. Ask them to write one action they can take to encourage attendance (e.g., greet a friend at the bus).
• Place on a shared “Champion Actions” chart. Group them into themes like "Friendly Greetings" and "Helpful Reminders."
3
Attendance Pledge
10 MINS
• Distribute the Pledge Template and markers.
• Students write a personal pledge (e.g., “I will remind my classmates to pack their backpacks”).
• Role-Play (3 mins): Pair students to share pledges and role-play encouraging a friend using their pledge statement.
4
Final Reflection Exit Ticket
5 MINS
• Distribute the final exit ticket. Students write one leadership action they commit to practicing this week.
• Conclude the group with a final celebration of their "Attendance All-Star" status!
Session 6 Presentation Slides Session 6
Future
Champions
You are now an Attendance Leader. Let's lead the way!
Welcome everyone! Introduce today’s theme: becoming attendance champions and helping others show up.
The Champion Way
Explore qualities of a champion.
Brainstorm actions to support peers’ attendance.
Create and share a personal attendance pledge.
Read aloud and explain each objective. Encourage students to think about leadership.
What makes a Champion?
Who are the champions in your life, and why?
Use this warm-up to activate students’ ideas about leadership. Invite volunteers.
Attendance Champion Video
Insert Video URL: Attendance Champion
Tell students they’ll watch a video about attendance champions. Check the volume.
What champion qualities did you notice?
How can those qualities help you encourage attendance?
After the video, capture responses on chart paper.
Champion Actions
Write one action you can take to encourage attendance.
Place your note on the "Champion Actions" chart.
Example: "Greet a friend at the bus stop."
Guide students to brainstorm actions. Circulate to support grouping.
The Attendance Pledge
Write a personal pledge of how you will lead.
Decorate your pledge to make it inspiring!
"I pledge to..."
Explain how to fill out the pledge template. Encourage creative decoration.
Champions in Action
"Pair up and read your pledge aloud."
"Practice encouraging a friend!"
Have students pair up to share and practice their pledges.
Final Leader Commitment
One leadership action you will practice this week:
You are an All-Star!
Explain the exit ticket, collect responses, and close the session.
Attendance Champion Pledge Template Leadership Oath
Attendance Champion
Pledge
“I, _________________________, pledge to:”
Ex: Remind my friends to pack their bags...
Champion Signature
Why I'm a Leader:
"Being a champion means showing up for myself and encouraging others to do the same. I help make school a place where everyone belongs!"
Decorate your pledge with colors that inspire you!
Future Leader Class of 2026
Final Reflection Exit Ticket Final Reflection
Becoming a Champion
! One leadership action I commit to practicing this week:
Name: ________________
Attendance Champion
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Final Reflection
Becoming a Champion
! One leadership action I commit to practicing this week:
Name: ________________
Attendance Champion
