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Reducing Ponteng & Absenteeism: Early Signals and Routines That Help (2026)
Attendance problems rarely begin as “lazy”. They often start with stress, avoidance, family pressure, or disengagement. The earlier we respond, the easier it is to fix.
Spot patterns (not single days)
- Frequent Mondays/Fridays absences
- Always missing a specific subject/time
- Repeated “stomach ache” mornings
Intervene with support
- Have a calm check-in conversation
- Coordinate teacher + parent plan (small steps)
- Make mornings easier: prep night-before, reduce chaos
- Track attendance transparently so gaps don’t hide
Busut tip
Use attendance tracking and reminders to see patterns early—and to reduce “I thought someone else informed the teacher” moments.