Addressing Chronic Absenteeism in Schools

SOURCE www.npr.org
In 2023, one in four students was chronically absent, prompting schools to take action to address the issue.

Key Points

  • One in four students was chronically absent in 2023.
  • Schools are implementing strategies to reduce chronic absenteeism.
  • Difficult conversations with students and families are necessary to address the issue.

Pros

  • Efforts to address chronic absenteeism can improve student outcomes and overall academic performance.
  • Having difficult conversations with students and families can lead to identifying underlying issues and providing necessary support.