Attendance
Education news, analysis, and opinion on the importance of going to school regularly and the effects of truancy or chronic absences on learning
Student Well-Being
Opinion
3 Things You Need to Know About Absenteeism
We studied the data from more than 1.5 million students. Here鈥檚 are some overlooked insights to boost attendance.
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Student Well-Being
Are 69传媒 Responsible for 69传媒 Who Avoid School? A New Lawsuit Says Yes
A class action argues that the New York City schools aren't adequately supporting students with disabilities who are school-avoidant.
Student Well-Being
Are Parents Giving Their Kids Too Many Mental Health Days?
69传媒 and parents need to work together to encourage kids not to take too many mental health days, experts say.
Families & the Community
School Attendance Suffers as Parent Attitudes Shift
Parents are more relaxed about attendance than before the pandemic, district leaders said.
School Climate & Safety
Infographic
What CDC Safety Data Reveal About School Absenteeism, in Charts
New federal data show a rising number of students feel unsafe at school.
School & District Management
Webinar
Getting 69传媒 Back to School and Re-engaged: What Districts Can Do鈥�
Dive into districtwide strategies that are moving the needle on the persistent problem of chronic absenteeism and sluggish student engagement.
School Climate & Safety
What Gets in the Way of 69传媒 Feeling a Sense of Belonging at School
When students feel connected to school, they鈥檙e more likely to attend and perform well academically.
Student Well-Being
The Influential Allies These 69传媒 Are Enlisting to Boost Attendance
A newly formed group of school districts will rely on the help of their communities to craft absence-fighting strategies.
Student Well-Being
How Video Games Can Combat Chronic Absenteeism (Yes, Really)
In one district, middle school esports clubs are helping to boost attendance and student engagement.
Student Well-Being
Teachers View Chronically Absent 69传媒 Less Favorably
Teachers report poorer relationships and lower academic perceptions of chronically absent students, research finds.
School & District Management
Explainer
What's Going On With Public School Enrollment? All the Big Questions, Answered
Districts across the country are contemplating a future with fewer students. What are the trends, and how did this happen?
School & District Management
What the Research Says
5 Things 69传媒 Can Do This Summer to Improve Student Attendance Next Year
69传媒 can get a jump on student attendance during the school year by using data, leveraging summer programs, and connecting with families.