Chronic absenteeism can feel both overwhelming and annoying because we understand there is SO much more to the story. But what if I told you there are some silly and significant things we can do to combat it? In this weeks episode of This Teacher Life, we’re showing you how something as simple as a potato can have a BIG impact on your school’s attendance! Tune in as we explore 9 creative and fun ways to boost attendance that don’t require fancy resources—just a little imagination and a whole lot of enthusiasm. From quirky potato-themed incentives to engaging activities that motivate students to show up every day, you’ll get practical ideas that are easy to implement and guaranteed to bring excitement to your school. If you’re looking for fresh ways to keep students engaged and present, this episode is packed with inspiration that can change the game at your school. Episode Notes:  The Rooted Classroom Course Filled with TONS of Ideas for Relationship Building with Staff & Students: monicagenta.com/courses Want some Awesome PD or Consulting at Your School? Let’s Make it Happen:  monicagenta.com/PD Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed