Barriers
Aversion
Illness
Struggling academically
Trauma
Unwelcoming school climates
Transportation issues
Anxiety
Housing insecurities
Negative educational experiences
Reducing chronic absenteeism requires understanding and addressing the underlying root cause. 1
Misconceptions
Disengagement
Underestimate total absences
Lack of challenging, culturally responsive instruction No meaningful relationships with adults in school
Attendance only matters in older grades Absences are only a problem if unexcused
Lack of enrichment opportunities
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