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CJCC members say truancy referrals have declined; call for better school feedback and coordination
Summary
Participants reported that truancy court and related meetings have stalled, that referrals have dropped (the most recent case to the speaker came in last May), and they urged restoring regular coordination with school districts and a feedback loop so schools know referral outcomes.
The Rusk County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council heard an update on truancy efforts and found that referrals and related meetings have largely paused, prompting members to call for renewed coordination with school districts.
Participants said truancy court and the monthly truancy-related meetings have not consistently occurred in recent months and that the CJCC has not seen the referrals it once received. One attendee said the last truancy…
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