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Understanding and Addressing the Surge of Chronic Absenteeism

ED Surge

Lower high school graduation rates caused by chronic absences can result in an underemployed population , negatively affecting economic productivity and stability. Chronic absenteeism tends to be more prevalent in economically disadvantaged communities.

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Out of poverty, into the middle class

The Hechinger Report

Like many cities across America, Lowell is struggling to find its economic footing as millions of blue-collar jobs in manufacturing, construction and transportation disappear , subject to offshoring and automation. Six months before she graduates, she is not about to hide her feelings: She hates school. Middle school: h-a-t-e-d it.