Calling All Districts! Join the Challenge to Reduce Chronic Absence by 50% Today! Click here for more information and to register your district.
JOIN US FOR THE STATE BEHERENM DAY ON SEPTEMBER 29!
Encourage all students to attend on September 29th for BeHereNM Day!
Resources for Schools and Educators
Use the links below to download/print materials to support your school’s Be Here NM campaign:
- Guidance for Launching Be Here NM Campaign with Banner Kit English | Spanish
- Attendance Support Model English
- Sample Lesson Plan English | Spanish
- Fillable “Great Attendance” Certificate English | Spanish
- Sample Blurbs for Social Media and Communications English | Spanish
- Student Activity Book
Printables & Templates Available
A sincere thanks to Alamogordo Public Schools.
NOTE: You will need to make a copy of the printables and add your own school logo
Informational Posts for LinkedIn or Facebook
- Missing just 2 days per month can throw a student off track academically.
Every day matters. Let’s help students show up and succeed.
#BeHereNM #StudentSuccess - Chronic absence in kindergarten is linked to lower reading proficiency in third grade.
Let’s build strong habits from the start.
#BeHereNM #EarlyEducationMatters - Did you know that missing 18 days in a school year = chronic absenteeism?
That’s just 2 days a month.
Let’s work together to keep kids in class.
#BeHereNM #AttendanceAwareness - Asthma is the cause of 1/3 of missed school days, and 40% of school-aged children miss 3+ days yearly due to illnesses like the flu.
Let’s promote healthy habits and proactive care.
#BeHereNM #SchoolHealth - Pain from untreated cavities can interrupt learning and attendance.
Let’s ensure every student has access to dental care.
#BeHereNM #HealthySmilesMatter
Conversation Starters Facebook or Community Groups
- What was your experience like in school?
How can you support your child in showing up, feeling safe, and thriving?
Share your thoughts #BeHereNM #ParentVoices - Ask a student: “How do you feel about going to school?Their answer might tell you more than you expect.
Let’s listen, support, and build trust.
#BeHereNM #StudentVoices
Community Engagement
- School Nurses and Nurse Assistants play a vital role in helping students with chronic illnesses attend regularly.
Talk to your school’s health team about creating a care plan.
#BeHereNM #SchoolSupport - Want to make a difference?
Find out how you can support good attendance at your local community school.
Because when students show up, they grow up ready.
#BeHereNM #CommunityMatters - Attendance is a team effort.
Parents, educators, health providers, and community leaders—we all play a role.
Let’s show up for our students.
#BeHereNM #AllTogether
Motivational & Emotional Posts
- All students are unique. All the students are beautiful.
Let’s make sure they all have a chance to succeed—starting with being present.
#BeHereNM #EveryStudentMatters - Students who feel connected to their school are more likely to attend.
Relationships matter.
Let’s make every student feel like they belong.
#BeHereNM #ConnectionCounts - When parents or guardians show interest in a child’s classwork, attendance improves.
Show up for them, and they’ll show up too.
#BeHereNM #FamilyEngagement - Help students believe in their ability to succeed.
That belief—paired with support—makes all the difference.
#BeHereNM #BelieveInThem - Invest in student well-being every day.
Because when students feel physically and emotionally safe, they’re more likely to come to school ready to learn.
#BeHereNM #SafeAndSupported