Officials propose a community‑based, non‑punitive approach to chronic absenteeism

Nov 20, 2025

Cincinnati Public Schools and City Council members discussed a truancy plan focused on supportive, cross‑agency intervention for students missing at least 10% of school hours; CPS described existing home visits, social workers and wraparound services and asked for a new layer of identification and supports for high‑need students.

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Cincinnati Public Schools and city leaders discussed a collaborative, non‑punitive strategy to address chronic absenteeism and truancy at a joint Healthy Neighborhoods Committee meeting.

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