COMMUNITY PARTNERS IN SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
Partners across the community can help schools & parents reduce absenteeism. Attendance Works developed resources for these partners.
SCHOOL PRINCIAPLS' VIEWS
Principals' views on strategies to reduce chronic absence. Communication and a positive school culture are effective.
NEIGHBOURHOOD IMPROVEMENT & ATTENDANCE
A blog about a recent study showing the positive impact of neighborhood improvement programs on school attendance.
SCHOOL NURSES & SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
Jacquelin Rankine & colleagues interviewed 23 school nurses, identifiying actions to reduce chronic absenteeism and barriers to this work.
IMPACT OF SCHOOL CLOSURES
36 studies, 11 countries, the first wave of the pandemic; review reveals mental health symptoms (e.g., anxiety) and behaviors (e.g., higher screen time) among youths.
NEW FROM EAST TIMOR
Bullying and absenteeism are explored using results from the global school-based health survey; the need to promote a friendly school atmosphere.
TRAUMA RESPONSIVENESS
A story in 'edutopia' about trauma-responsive practices in the classroom, with tips for identifying classrooms signs of trauma.
SUSTAIN COLLABORATIVE
'Sustain Collaborative' supports sustained, effective practices that promote equitable outcomes for students and educators. Check their resources.
TOOLKIT
'Texting parents to reduce chronic absence using an evidence-based approach', by Kurki & colleagues, American Institutes for Research.
