April 10, 2026
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This communication is an effort to inform ALL Wayne-Westland families of our desire to improve district wide student attendance. We know how important every school day is for your child’s success—academically, socially, and emotionally. Regular attendance builds strong learning habits, positive relationships, and a sense of belonging.
However, when a student misses too much school—even for excused reasons—it can have a lasting impact. In education, we use the term chronic absenteeism to describe students who miss 10% or more of the school year (that’s about 18 days in a typical 180-day year).