Working to help families and children develop better attendance habits can seem like an overwhelming task.

Today, Brandie Turner and I interview Molly Sigmon, a Communities in School Coordinator from Wyoming County, WV.  Molly’s passion to combat chronic absenteeism is evident in the very inspiring, yet simple strategies that she uses at Berlin McKinney Elementary.

Chronic absenteeism is a major issue that our schools, communities, and families face every day. Are there ways that educators can join forces with students and families to combat this problem? Join us as we discuss what being chronically absent means, the harmful effects it has on our students’ academic success, and debunk common myths about chronic absenteeism.

Being a leader of literacy involves so much more than helping children learn to read. So, what exactly does it involve?  Join us as we discuss the WV Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, the four crucial components for developing a solid literacy foundation, and our efforts to help every community in West Virginia develop as leaders of literacy.