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Building Strong Habits for Attendance Awareness Month 

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Building Strong Habits for Attendance Awareness Month

September is Attendance Awareness Month, a great time to focus on the daily routines that drive student success. At Hoosier College and Career Academy (HCCA), showing up and engaging daily is the key to preparing students for college and future careers. 

Virtual education thrives on teamwork, and our Learning Coaches (parents, guardians, or family mentors) play an essential role. While HCCA teachers lead the instruction and curriculum, Learning Coaches help set the stage for success at home. Here are three simple habits Learning Coaches can implement today to keep students on track: 

  1. Establish a Daily Rhythm: Set consistent start and end times each day to build structure and momentum. 
  1. Designate a Focused Workspace: Create a quiet, comfortable spot free from household distractions for live sessions and coursework. 
  1. Do a Daily 5-Minute Check-In: Use the Learning Coach Portal every afternoon to review completed assignments, track attendance, and read teacher updates. 

What Attendance Means at HCCA 

Virtual attendance isn’t about sitting in front of a screen for seven straight hours. It’s about active participation, career-focused learning, and staying connected through three core daily actions: 

  • Attending Live Class Connects: Joining real-time, teacher-led sessions to collaborate with peers and dive into coursework. 
  • Mastering Daily Lessons: Completing scheduled assignments in the Online Learning System (OLS) to keep progress moving forward. 
  • Communicating with Staff: Checking in 1-on-1 with teachers and career advisors for personalized guidance. 

Flexibility with Purpose 

While HCCA offers the flexibility families need to balance non-traditional schedules, online public school still requires a consistent, Monday through Friday commitment. Daily engagement prevents learning gaps and helps students build the professional habits they’ll need in the workforce. 

Current HCCA Families: Log into your Learning Coach Portal today to check your student’s September progress goals and verify attendance logs! 

Prospective Families: Looking for a tuition-free online public school that best meets your individual needs? Discover what HCCA can do for your student! 

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