Name: Every Day Counts: Engaging Students to Improve Attendance and Achievement
Start: 2026-12-02T13:50:00-0500
End: 2026-12-02T15:00:00-0500

Every Day Counts: Engaging Students to Improve Attendance and Achievement

Wednesday December 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EST

Allegheny B

Discover practical strategies to reduce chronic absenteeism by increasing student engagement and strengthening school culture. Participants will explore proven approaches that improve attendance, decrease discipline concerns, and support student academic achievement. Leave with actionable tools and an implementation plan to help every student show up, engage, and succeed.

Speakers

Heather Cofflin

Principal, Nelson County Schools, Tye River Elementary School

With more than two decades of experience in education and human services, Heather Cofflin is an educational leader committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. Currently serving as an elementary school principal, Heather brings over 10 years of administrative... Read More →

Brandon Garrett

Assistant Principal, Nelson County Schools

Entering my 22nd year in education, I have had the privilege of serving students and schools in a variety of instructional and leadership roles. Throughout my teaching career, I have taught U.S. History, World Geography, World History, Civics and Economics, English, Health and Physical... Read More →

Wednesday December 2, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EST
Allegheny B

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VATLL Annual Conference

Heather Cofflin

Brandon Garrett

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VATLL Annual Conference

Heather Cofflin

Brandon Garrett

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