February Provocations
A roundup of inspirational stories related to chronic absenteeism and attendance intervention management from around the web.
Breakfast During the School Day could Reduce Chronic Absences, Report Shows
A new report has found that offering breakfast to students during the regular school day can significantly reduce chronic absenteeism. Read the full article.
Letting Children Play Hooky When They’re Little Can Have Long-Term Consequences
When it comes to school attendance, how many missed days are too many? UVA Today asked Robert C. Pianta, the dean of the Curry School of Education and Human Development. Read the full article.
How is this Poor, Rural District Keeping Kids in School?
School officials in Parlier have teamed with doctors to open a clinic and keep kids healthy. Now chronic absenteeism is down. Read the full article.