Upcoming Conferences & Workshops

October 14, 2026

9:00 A.M.-12:00 P.M.  Central Time

LIVE ON ZOOM AND ON-DEMAND (RECORDED) 

3 PD Hours

Student absenteeism remains a significant challenge in many schools, which impacts academic achievement, emotional well-being, and overall student success.

Join us to delve into the student experience to better understand the underlying factors that contribute to absenteeism.

Using evidence-based research and data, we will uncover key trends and drivers behind attendance barriers and equip attendees with actionable insights to foster solutions.

Take home critical tools to confront absenteeism to support students on the path to success.

Learning Outcomes:

• Empathize with the Student Experience:
  • Deepen understanding of the factors affecting student attendance by grounding conversations in the lived student experience.
• Analyze Absenteeism Through Data and Research:
  • Examine key data trends and research findings to uncover the drivers of chronic absenteeism and identify actionable insights.
• Apply Protocols for Root Cause Analysis:
  • Learn and practice two specific protocols to systematically approach and determine the root causes behind absenteeism.
• Explore Strategies to Build Engagement:
  • Investigate innovative approaches and tools to enhance student engagement and reduce barriers to consistent attendance.

Intended Audience:

• Educators K-12:

        Any educator who interacts directly with students and plays a key role in supporting attendance and engagement.

• School Administrators:

        Leaders responsible for implementing policies and strategies aimed at improving student attendance, engagement, and overall school culture.

• Student Support Staff:

        Counselors, social workers, attendance officers, and other personnel focused on addressing barriers to attendance and providing individual and group support.

• Policy Makers and District Leaders:

         Individuals involved in creating systemic changes at a district

Jennifer Ciok is Manager of Coaching and Improvement for the UChicago Middle Grades Network; Author: The Meaningful Middle School Classroom: How to SPARK Engagement That Fosters Deep Learning (2025); School Board Vice P.resident; Chair of the Advocacy and Policy Constituent Committee for the Association of Middle Level Educators (AMLE); Member of the Equity Constituent Committee for AMLE; Former Social Emotional Learning Manager; Former Middle School Social Studies and English Language Arts Teacher.

Registration Flyer - Use this format for Purchase Orders

Online Registration - Accepts credit cards but no Purchase Orders

Group Registration- Teams larger than 5 - Discounts apply

Listen to Jen's recent Podcast on ways to reduce absenteeism!

Conference Fees: 

Early Bird (12/1/25): $179

Member Rate:  $199

Non-Member:  $248 (includes 1 year of membership) 

2 people:  $238 (does not include a membership) 

3 people:  $228 (does not include a membership) 

Student/ Retiree:  $99 (does not include a membership) 

Email: Email a completed registration form and approved PO to [email protected]