ATTENDANCE MATTERS
About Us
Attendance Matters Louisiana is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing chronic absenteeism, with a special focus on children in kindergarten through third grade—years that are critical to building strong academic foundations and lifelong success.
Through awareness, advocacy, partnerships, and community-driven solutions, we are working to change the conversation around school attendance and ensure that every child has the support they need to show up, engage in learning, and thrive.
Our work is rooted in a simple belief: when communities unite, students thrive—because when students attend regularly, children, families, and communities all benefit.
What We Do
Creating Dialogue
We raise awareness and create forums about absenteeism, its causes, and potential solutions.
Engagement & Collaboration
We work with state and local agencies, healthcare providers, and other organizations to develop comprehensive support plans for children with prolonged absenteeism due to illness.
Listening to Families
We prioritize listening to the experiences and challenges of families and children to develop effective, empathetic solutions to improve school attendance.
Community Involvement
We encourage everyone in the community to take an active role in supporting children and families by asking, “How can I help?” when they see a child missing school.
Understanding Key Drivers
We focus on identifying and understanding the key factors contributing to chronic absenteeism in our community.
“The formula for success has a catalyst, and that is attendance.”
― Mantaranjot Mangat