by cambria | Sep 14, 2025 | Attendance, Early Childhood, High School, In person, Remote and hybrid learning resources, Middle School, Resources for Educators, Resources for Families, Resources in English for Families
One of the most effective ways to combat chronic absenteeism is by establishing what Attendance Works calls a culture of attendance. In schools with this type of climate, the atmosphere is so welcoming that students do not want to miss a single day. Usually, children... by cambria | Sep 14, 2025 | Attendance, Early Childhood, High School, In person, Remote and hybrid learning resources, Middle School, Resources for Educators, Resources for Families, Resources in English for Families
Even before the pandemic, LGBTQIA+ students were more likely to be absent than their peers. This trend is attributable to a number of factors including facing bullying and hostile school climates, dealing with mental health issues like depression and suicidality, and... by cambria | Sep 14, 2025 | Attendance, Early Childhood, High School, In person, Remote and hybrid learning resources, Middle School, Resources for Educators, Resources for Families, Resources in English for Families
In the 2004-2025 school year, the Federation for Children with Special Needs conducted focus groups with families across five language communities (Portuguese, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Chinese, and English-speaking) to better understand the root causes of student... by cambria | Sep 14, 2025 | Attendance, Early Childhood, High School, In person, Remote and hybrid learning resources, Middle School, Resources for Educators, Resources for Families, Resources in English for Families
Across the United States, chronic absenteeism (defined as missing ten or more days per school year) among K-12 students is at an all-time high. Studies show that students’ reasons for chronic absenteeism tend to fit into four categories: External factors like having... by cambria | Sep 14, 2025 | Attendance, Early Childhood, High School, In person, Remote and hybrid learning resources, Middle School, Resources for Educators, Resources for Families, Resources in English for Families
One of the reasons why chronic absenteeism is on the rise may be confusion about attendance policies. After strict health guidelines imposed during the pandemic, families may be unsure about when it is acceptable to send their child to school, and when it is best to... by cambria | Sep 14, 2025 | Attendance, Early Childhood, ELL, High School, In person, Remote and hybrid learning resources, Middle School, Resources for Educators, Resources for Families, Resources in English for Families
English language learners (ELLs) have seen some of the most dramatic jumps in chronic absenteeism in the country. While pre-pandemic, ELLs accounted for about 10% of chronic absenteeism, post-pandemic, that rate has risen to around 40%. This trend is particularly...
