Chronic Absenteeism

Chronic absence is defined as missing 10 percent of school days within one academic year for any reason. This includes excused absences, unexcused absences, and suspensions. Research has shown that students with high rates of absenteeism are at the greatest risk of falling behind and dropping out of school. 

Below are some helpful resources for addressing chronic absenteeism:

NYS Resources:

NYSED Student Support Services School Attendance Information and Resources

New York State Center for School Health - Absenteeism | Attendance (schoolhealthny.com) 

Every Student Present - Reducing Chronic Absence 

US Department of Education Resources:

• Office of Elementary and Secondary Education: Continuity of Learning 
  • Resources for Districts
  • Resources for Schools
  • Resources for Teachers
  • Resources for Parents and Families

• Raise The Bar: Strategies to Improve Student Achievement | U.S. Department of Education (Addressing Chronic Absenteeism)

• USDOE Student Engagement & Attendance Technical Assistance Center (SEAC)
  • SEAC Tools and Resources
  • SEAC Webinars
  • SEAC Learning Series
  • SEAC Blogs

Other Resources:

Chronic Absence: Busting Myths and Helping Educators Develop More Effective Responses | American Institutes for Research (air.org)