Parent/Guardian Resources

Attendance Resources

Tips for Good Attendance

• Set a consistent bedtime and morning routine.
• Schedule medical appointments outside of school hours when possible.
• Plan vacations and travel during school breaks.
• Communicate with the school about any attendance concerns or barriers.
• Use the PowerSchool Parent Portal to track attendance in real time

School-Based Support - Schools offer multiple layers of support to help address attendance barriers.

• School attendance teams monitor student attendance and implement interventions.
• School Counselors and Social Workers provide academic, emotional, and mental health support.

District Resources - RCSD offers several programs to assist families:

• Families In Transition – Assisting families experiencing housing instability
• Student Support Services – supports student academic, physical, social-emotional, and management needs, including those with special needs.
• Student Health Services – Addressing medical needs that impact attendance

ROC Resources - The City of Rochester offers many programs:

• Employment (adults) – Employment information & job opportunities
• Employment (youth) – Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) and Summer of Opportunity Program (SOOP)
• Department of Recreation and Human Services (DRHS) – Programs and Services available to city residents.

Community Resources - Families may also find support through local organizations:

• 211/Lifeline – Connecting families with health and social services
• Community Mental Health Resources – Support for student and family well-being
• MyWayfinder - Community Resource Database
• Monroe County Single Point of Access (SPOA) - Mental Health Support for Children & Youth