#chronic-absenteeism

#chronic-absenteeism

Declining test scores in reading are attributed to chronic absenteeism, declining reading skills over a decade, and changes in test accountability policies.

The rise in chronic absenteeism underscores the urgent need for comprehensive mental health support in schools.

Students show slow recovery in math but decline in reading, with chronic absenteeism hindering overall performance.

Schools are focusing on improving student attendance as COVID-19 cases increase, prompting discussions on when children should stay home.

American students are significantly behind pre-pandemic achievement levels in math and reading, with no state showing improvement.

Inequality in education recovery is evident, with high-income areas recovering faster than low-income ones.

Jackson Lewis became the first out LGBTQ+ person and the youngest official elected in Utah's history after winning his local school board seat.

Tommy Betom, a Native American student, shows improved attendance due to family and school support, amidst broader chronic absenteeism concerns.

Chronic absenteeism remains a critical issue in schools, especially among low-income families, even as some rates show improvement post-pandemic.

In Livingston, public schools use attendance ceremonies to show missing students they are missed, combating chronic absenteeism worsened by COVID-19 nationally.

Students at Webb Middle School improved their attendance through personal growth and academic motivation, showcasing effective strategies to combat chronic absenteeism.

Offering organized sports during lunch improved student attendance, leading to a significant reduction in chronic absences at Medford High.

Chronic absenteeism remains a pressing issue in the U.S., with one in four students missing over 10% of the school year.

Closing the COVID learning gap remains a challenge despite students being back in school full-time.

Los Angeles Unified School District is implementing strategies to mitigate learning loss and improve student attendance.

Schools are focusing on improving attendance as COVID-19 cases rise, impacting parents' decisions on when to send children to school.

Chronic absenteeism in California schools threatens graduation rates, necessitating early intervention systems for at-risk students.

Chronic absenteeism surged to 26% among U.S. students during the 2022-'23 academic year, up from 15% pre-pandemic, impacting students' graduation rates.

Chronic absenteeism is a widespread issue affecting student performance, with a significant increase during the pandemic.

Chronic school absenteeism in the U.S. has significantly increased since before the pandemic, affecting 26% of students in the most recent school year.

Absenteeism has become a widespread issue impacting students across all demographic groups, regardless of the school's socioeconomic status or size.

Pandemic-related cultural shifts are contributing to chronic absenteeism in schools. Rethinking the culture of education by making learning engaging and student-centered can significantly reduce absenteeism rates.