How do I get help?

Every Day Matters!
Attendance Myths
- Only unexcused absences are a problem
- Attendance only matters in older grades
- Missing classes or days every so often does not affect learning
There are many reasons for absences and we are here to help.
- Illness
- Lack of health or dental care
- Trauma
- No safe path to school
- Transportation issues
- Homelessness or housing instability
- Academic struggles
- Struggling socially
- Bullying or conflict with peers or adults
- Undiagnosed disability
- No meaningful relationships with adults in school
- Discouraged due to lack of credits or poor grades
Who can help when my child's absence is a...
- classroom issue? Contact the teacher.
- social emotional issue? Contact the school counselor.
- medical issue? Contact the school nurse or health assistant or other health care provider.
Contact your child's school.
The United Way of Central New Mexico offers a variety of Community Resources for children, youth, and families.