Reducing Chronic Absenteeism in Vermont Schools
A study by the University of Vermont highlights the consequences of chronic absenteeism in schools.
“There are clear data to show that kids who miss just two days of school a month are less likely to meet their academic milestones. School absenteeism can be both an indicator of an unmet health or social need and also a strong predictor of long-term health and well-being,”
explains associate professor of pediatrics, emphasizing the impact of missing school on children's academic and health outcomes. Chronic absenteeism is tied to poorer educational and health outcomes, lower graduation rates, and even shorter life expectancy.
Author's summary: Reducing chronic absenteeism improves student outcomes.