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Longwood students present research showing Prince Edward’s chronic absenteeism above state average but improving
Summary
Longwood University sociology students presented research showing Prince Edward County Public Schools’ chronic absenteeism at ~20%, above the Virginia average, and recommended family engagement, mental-health services and flexible scheduling as remedies.
Longwood University students and faculty presented research to the Prince Edward County School Board on chronic absenteeism, reporting that the division’s chronic absenteeism rate is about 20%, above the state’s roughly 19% but down significantly from earlier local levels.
The presentation, led by Dr. Bidwell and 18 students from the Cormier Honors College, summarized national and state statistics and a qualitative study of 18 Virginia K–12 teachers. The students said the division’s 20% rate came from Virginia Department of Education data and that…
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