In some districts, as little as a 1% shift in student attendance can equate to millions of dollars of operating funding. 1 In all districts, its impact is significant. The loss of funding can result in: • Larger class sizes • Fewer advanced classes • Loss of resources, including teachers But the impact goes far beyond funding. When students are chronically absent, everyone in the classroom is affected. 2 • Extra resources are often required to support students who missed lessons. • Additional support services must be identified for students who fall behind. • Teachers take on increased workloads trying to catch up absent students.
• Other students experience disruptions and delays to the learning environment.
1. Lieberman, M. (2024). Why chronic absenteeism is a budget problem, too. Education Week. 2. Institute of Education Sciences (2021). Evidence-Based Practices Related to Chronic Absenteeism. 3. Chang, H. (2024). Rising tide of chronic absence challenges schools. Attendance Works.
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