Addressing chronic absenteeism in schools often requires tackling underlying issues such as mental health, poverty, and housing insecurity. A recent panel by EdSource suggested that simple, cost-effective strategies, like improved communication with parents through calls, emails, or postcards, can significantly impact student attendance. These methods can motivate parents to ensure their children attend school and help schools better understand absenteeism causes. Research indicates that many parents are unaware of their children’s chronic absenteeism, partly due to a disconnect between parents and school experts. This lack of awareness can prevent timely interventions.
