This morning, Bloomingdale Middle and High School held a special breakfast in the school cafeteria to honor students in grades 9 through 12 who have achieved a strong attendance record since the start of the school year. Known as the "Cardinal Pride Breakfast," this celebration recognizes students who have accumulated four or fewer absences across all classes since the beginning of the school year.
The event, organized by the Cardinal Pride Team, is part of a new initiative to promote and celebrate positive school attendance, a priority and focus for Bloomingdale Middle and High School this academic year. Assistant Principal Nikki Meloche spoke with pride about the students being honored and emphasized the significance of building regular attendance as a skill critical to future success.
“We’re incredibly proud of our students who have shown their commitment to being here and learning,” shared Assistant Principal Meloche. “Developing consistent attendance is more than just showing up; it’s a skill that will serve our students in college, careers, and beyond. Today, we were able to recognize their dedication and celebrate the investment they are making toward a successful future.”
Principal Brandon Lukes also welcomed students and their families to the event, expressing appreciation to the food service staff for their hard work in preparing the breakfast. He recognized the food service team's daily dedication to providing students with nutritious meals, underscoring the positive impact they have on the school community.
This year, attendance is a central goal for the school and the district as a whole. The Cardinal Pride Team launched this quarterly breakfast as part of a larger strategy to address ongoing attendance challenges in recent years. The team hopes that celebrating positive attendance will motivate students and create a culture that values presence in the classroom.
In an era when chronic absenteeism can greatly impact educational outcomes, Bloomingdale Middle and High School is committed to fostering a culture of attendance and engagement. Students who regularly attend school are better positioned for academic success, higher graduation rates, and future opportunities in both education and career.
“We were thrilled to see so many students eligible for this recognition that we needed to extend the breakfast over two days,” noted Meloche. “It’s a great problem to have, and it shows the potential our students have to meet and exceed attendance goals. We are looking forward to honoring our middle school students tomorrow.”
Stay tuned!
