Trends & Insights on Student Behavior

This report compiles insights from school leaders on the full spectrum of student behavior shifts shaping classrooms today.

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Past Trends & Findings

Shaping the Future of Student Behavior

The Behavior Brief, created by Minga, gathers insights from school leaders on the shifts in student behavior affecting classrooms today. This report highlights key issues like attendance drops, distractions such as cell phones and vaping, and their impact on engagement and instructional time.

Insights are collected through an interactive “Engagement Wall” at major tradeshows, where educators share their perspectives on three key areas. The results offer a powerful look at the trends shaping schools today and what’s to come in the future.

What’s Inside the Report

Top Behavior Challenges

Data on the most pressing issues like attendance, tardies, cell phone use, and vaping.

53%
Say Attendance and Tardiness Are Top Issues

Student Engagement Pulse

Live feedback from educators on how connected students feel in their school communities.

17%
of Respondents Flagged Cell Phone Use as a Top Concern

We are down 87% in tardies.

Dr. Tommy Duncan Principal Irons Middle School, TX

Key Themes and Takeaways

Summary of trends around connection, consistency, and school culture signals.

Actionable Insights for Schools

Practical steps to simplify tools and boost student engagement and behavior.

Effectiveness of Current Tools

Ratings on how well existing behavior and engagement tools are working in schools.

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