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NJTSS – Chronic Absenteeism

This self-paced, on-demand course provides K–12 educators and school staff with a comprehensive understanding of the critical role attendance plays in student success. Participants will explore the foundational concepts of chronic absenteeism, including its impact on academic achievement, engagement, and long-term outcomes. Through a structured progression of modules—ranging from legal frameworks and shared understanding to data analysis, tiered interventions, and building the right team and governance structure—learners will gain practical strategies to build cohesive, schoolwide approaches to improving attendance. Emphasis is placed on collaborative team-based problem-solving, designing and implementing tiered attendance supports, and the use of data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.

Instructor:  Kristy Ritvalsky
K-12 Educators and Staff, Basic, 90 minutes

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