February 14 2024- Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin expressed frustration with the high rates of chronic absenteeism in city schools, describing the situation as “atrocious.” Speaking on V94.9, Woodfin criticized parents who rely on educators to teach their children but fail to ensure their attendance. The teachers union president, Richard Franklin, agreed and disagreed, acknowledging challenges faced by some families, such as transportation issues. Franklin highlighted the assistance teachers provide to 1,700 homeless students in Birmingham City Schools. He suggested a solution involving funding for truancy officers to
Birmingham mayor says city school system absenteeism is atrocious, calls out parents to send kids to school
Updated on February 14, 2024