Rudyard Area Schools and Pickford Public Schools are going head-to-head in the Attendance Cup for the 2026–2027 school year! This initiative uses friendly rival competition to encourage daily attendance, build positive school habits, and boost academic achievement across both communities.
Attendance Cup Details
Friendly Competition: A rival challenge designed to promote consistent daily attendance.
Monthly Winners: The school with the highest average attendance each month wins recognition.
Ongoing Challenges: Various mini-competitions will take place throughout the school year.
Administrator Stakes: School administrators from the district with the lowest overall attendance will face lighthearted punishments.
Trophy Motto: "Be Present. Be Proud. Be The Difference"
Why School Attendance Matters
In Michigan, students who are chronically absent—missing 10% or more of school days—are significantly less likely to read at grade level, graduate on time, and succeed in life.
4x Graduation Rate: Students who attend school regularly are 4 times more likely to graduate on time.
Higher Academic Achievement: Regular attendance directly links to higher test scores and overall academic progress.
Lower Drop-Out Rates: Chronic absence in high school is strongly linked to higher drop-out rates.
Life Readiness: Strong attendance habits build foundational skills for college, career, and life success.
Together, we can build stronger schools and brighter futures! Be Present. Be Proud. Be The Difference.