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Alisal Union coordinators warn chronic absenteeism at 14.7%; district outlines supports and thresholds
Summary
Coordinators and school staff presented district chronic absenteeism data (14.7% in 2023–24), explained how absenteeism is defined and tracked, and described a tiered support system that escalates interventions as absences increase.
Alisal Union School District community-school coordinators presented data and strategies aimed at lowering chronic student absenteeism, reporting a district chronic-absence rate of 14.7% for 2023–24 and outlining a stepped system of supports for students who miss school.
The issue matters because presenters said chronic absenteeism—absences for any reason, including excused absences and suspensions—correlates with lower academic outcomes and higher dropout risk.
Daniel Sánchez, community school coordinator at Monte Bella, opened the presentation and described the program’s role in each school. Sánchez said the coordinator team’s work is funded through a grant and focuses on attendance, school climate and achievement. "Hoy estamos aquí para presentar…
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