Write students' names in alphabetical order on separate lines along the left side of your graph paper.
Enter days across the top of the page. You can either write days of the week or dates, whichever you prefer. The dates should encompass the entire school period, whether it be a semester or quarter.
Place a check mark in the box corresponding to each day the student is present for class. The blank spots will tell you at a glance how often he has missed.