What's driving chronic absenteeism in RI schools, and what's the solution? What we found.

Chronic absenteeism is one of the most serious challenges facing our schools today, particularly in urban communities where students often face barriers far beyond the classroom. Last week, legislation from Shirley K. Turner & Senator Angela V. McKnight was signed into law to create the the Chronic Absenteeism Task Force. This law is about understanding the root causes of absenteeism and putting real, practical solutions in place so every child has the support they need to be present, engaged, a