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Student Absenteeism Webinar

Attendance Isn't an Attendance Problem

This event occurred on September 21, 2026 2:00 PM EDT.
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Too often, improving attendance is viewed as the responsibility of an attendance team or administrator. In reality, attendance is everyone’s responsibility because every adult shapes the student experience. In this webinar, Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey present a practical, research-informed framework that reframes attendance as the result of the experiences schools create. Participants will explore how relationships, belonging, engaging instruction, and timely support shape students’ decisions to attend, along with practical strategies for identifying concerns early and responding in ways that reconnect rather than punish. Whether you’re a teacher, school leader, counselor, or support staff member, you’ll leave with actionable ideas for strengthening your attendance network. Make every student feel known, valued, and eager to return.

Speakers
Douglas Fisher, PhD
Chair and Professor of Educational Leadership,  San Diego State University
Nancy Frey, PhD
Professor of Educational Leadership,  San Diego State University
Moderator
Lisa Luedeke
Executive Content Director,  Corwin
Lisa Luedeke is the Executive Contract Director at Corwin. She has had the great pleasure of working with Doug and Nancy on their books for educators since 2012.
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