Attendance Concern Flag

Overview

Personalizing comments improves student engagement.  Use any of the templates below when raising an Attendance Concern flag in MU Connect. You’ll find messages in three tones - pick the one that matches your style. Simply copy and paste into the comment box and customize as needed.  You can view the full email template for the message below.

NOTE: This flag can be raised anytime using the My Students or Zoom In tabs in MU Connect or during Progress Survey availability (Weeks 4,5, 8, and 9, or Weeks 12 and 13 for Journalism and 8WK2 courses).

Goal: Understand why attendance is an issue and encourage re-engagement.

Formal Tone

Use when you want to keep a professional and supportive tone.

  1. Attending class regularly plays a key role in your academic success. Please prioritize attendance moving forward and let me know if there are any issues I can help with.

  2. Frequent absences can hinder your progress in this course. Please review your attendance class policy in the syllabus and make every effort to attend moving forward.

  3. Attendance concerns have been recorded. Email or meet with me to catch up on what you missed.

  4. Missing class sessions hinders your progress. Please contact me if personal challenges are affecting attendance.

  5. Regular attendance is a course requirement; let me know if illness, transportation, or other challenges are impacting you.

  6. Your attendance has a direct impact on your learning and performance. I’m available next week to help you catch up.

  7. Please note your attendance record falls below expectations; please review the class attendance policy in the syllabus.

  8. Repeated absences have been flagged; email or meet with me to catch up on what you missed.

  9. Attendance issues are affecting your grade; please arrange a meeting with me next week to catch up on what you missed.

  10. It appears you’ve missed several classes. Let me know if illness, transportation, or other challenges are impacting you.

Friendly Tone

Use when you want to sound warm, encouraging, and approachable.

  1. Hey, I noticed you haven't been in class lately. Is everything okay?  Let's check in.

  2. Haven’t seen you in class lately. Let me know if illness, transportation, or other challenges are impacting you.

  3. I’m concerned about your attendance. Email or meet with me to catch up on what you missed.

  4. You’re missing out on content during class. Let me know how I can help you get back on track.

  5. I noticed you weren’t in class. I hope you’re alright. Reach out and I'll help you catch up.

  6. We need you in class to help contribute to our discussions. Check Canvas for missed announcements or materials.

  7. I'm worried about your recent absences. Can we meet this week to catch up on what you missed.

  8. I miss your contributions in class. Let me know if illness, transportation, or other challenges are impacting you.

  9. Your attendance matters. Review the class attendance policy in the syllabus and let me know if there are any challenges impacting your attendance.

  10. Let me know if something is up. I'm happy to chat about the attendance policy and catch you up on what you missed.

Direct Tone

Use when time is short or you need a straight-to-the-point message.

  1. You’ve missed several classes. Please reach out to me so we can talk about how to get caught up.
  1. I noticed you haven’t been attending. Let me know if something is going on or if you need support.
  1. You’ve been absent recently. Please check Canvas for missing assignments and email me with any questions.
  1. You’re missing class time, which can impact your grade. Let’s talk about what’s going on.
  1. You haven’t been in class lately. Please connect with me or your advisor if illness, transportation, or other challenges are impacting your attendance.
  1. I’m concerned about your attendance. Let me know if you’re okay and how I can help.
  1. Please check in with me or your advisor about your recent absences. We’re here to support you.
  1. I’ve flagged an attendance issue. Check Canvas for missed assignments and let me know if there are any challenges impacting your attendance.
  1. If you're struggling to make it to class, please reach out to talk about your options.
  1. You’ve missed several sessions. Please email me or schedule a time to connect.

 

Email Template

Subject Line: [MU Connect] We’ve Missed you in Class!

Dear STUDENT FIRST NAME,

I wanted to bring to your attention that I’ve raised an Attendance Concern for you in COURSE NAME.  Class attendance is crucial to your success in the course.

Here are the key points I’ve noted:

INSTRUCTOR COMMENTS HERE

[Default comment: You have not been regularly attending class. Please come see me to discuss how you can improve your performance.]

Please meet with me before or after class, during office hours, or by scheduling an appointment to discuss absences. Schedule a meeting with your academic advisor via MU Connect if you would like to discuss your schedule.

The Mizzou community is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of Mizzou students. Check out some of the well-being resources on campus.

I believe in your potential to excel academically. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need additional information or assistance.

Sincerely,

FLAG RAISER NAME

FLAG RAISER E-MAIL

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