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Rhode Island Targets Chronic Absenteeism | Providence News
Rhode Island is kicking off a bold new campaign called “Attendance Matters” to get kids back in class, building on a major win: a 14.4% drop in chronic absenteeism last year. With missing 10% or more school days labeled chronic, officials know this isn’t just about attendance—it’s tied to grades, mental engagement, and graduation rates. Governor Dan McKee and Education Commissioner Angelica Infante-Green will unveil the initiative today at 2 PM, spotlighting schools that’ve turned things around—and proving that keeping students present is still Rhode Island’s top education priority. Listen in…
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