New data across U.S. states show chronic absenteeism—missing 10% or more of the school year—has declined since the peak of the pandemic, yet remains well above pre-COVID levels. Schools are focusing on attendance recovery as a key part of ensuring student progress and support.
(c) Mouad Bouallayel
(c) Mouad Bouallayel

La ausencia escolar baja tras la pandemia pero se mantiene elevada

NPR

Nuevos datos en los EE. UU. indican que la inasistencia crónica – faltar al menos un 10 % del año escolar – ha disminuido desde su punto más alto durante la pandemia, pero aún está muy por encima de los niveles previos al COVID. Las escuelas centran esfuerzos en recuperar la asistencia como base del progreso educativo.

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