Podcasts about Absenteeism

Kentucky's Congressional delegation reacts to President Trump ordering a military strike on Iran, Kentucky Court of Appeals delivers another legal defeat for so-called 'gray' machines, more of Kentucky's homeless students are staying in school and graduating, and Broadway comes to the Bluegrass.

This week on Newsmakers: Laurie-Marie Pisciotta, executive director of the Mental Health Association of Rhode Island, and Prachi Kene, counseling professor at Rhode Island College, discuss the Pawtucket rink shooting and the state of behavioral health care; plus, a special report on the state's efforts to combat chronic absenteeism..

What can educators and districts do to improve their absentee data? Hear Forsyth County Schools' successful vertical model for getting students into the school building, "safe, connected, and thriving." Forsyth's Director of Student Support Sarah Von Esh and Little Mill Middle School Principal Molly Lavin reveal the beautiful choreography between schools and the district that's making big strides for student attendance.

Education research shows a strong connection between spending time in school and academic achievement. Oregon has the third highest rate of chronic absenteeism in the nation, and it has fewer days of instruction than most other states. Student achievement in reading and math have dropped dramatically in the last decade. We talk with Sarah Pope, the executive director of Stand for Children, which commissioned a new report that points to paths for improvement.

Detroit Public Schools Community District Superintendent Nikolai Vitti, in Thursday night's State of the Schools address at Renaissance High School, said ICE activity is contributing to absenteeism in the district. WWJ's Chris Fillar and Jackie Paige have your Friday morning news. (Photo: Getty Images)

Joe is joined by Tracie Tobin, Principal at St. Michael's Infant School, Limerick, to discuss what is behind pupil absenteeism. Image via Getty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost a third of primary schools have seen a sharp rise in the number of pupils absent for four weeks or more in the wake of the pandemic. In a new report, patterns around primary and secondary schoolchildren taking days off have grown worse over two recent academic years and show no signs of reversing course. So what is contributing to this? All to discuss with Emer Smyth, Research Professor, ESRI and Anna Moya Ponce, Research Assistant, ESRI.

Marisa de la Torre, Managing Director and Senior Research Associate at the UChicago Consortium, joins John Williams to talk about a study she co-authored that breaks down how students' absence rates have changed since the pandemic.

Marisa de la Torre, Managing Director and Senior Research Associate at the UChicago Consortium, joins John Williams to talk about a study she co-authored that breaks down how students' absence rates have changed since the pandemic.

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Marisa de la Torre, Managing Director and Senior Research Associate at the UChicago Consortium, joins John Williams to talk about a study she co-authored that breaks down how students' absence rates have changed since the pandemic.

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 In Ohio, roughly one in four students is chronically absent—missing 10 percent or more of the school year. Behind those numbers are complex challenges that go beyond the classroom, and the solutions are often found outside the classroom, too. In this episode, Communities In Schools of Ohio CEO Adero Robinson discusses how his non-profit organization works in partnership with dozens of public schools to address the root causes of absenteeism and many other issues, building relationships with students and families and creating lasting supports that help more young people succeed.  LEARN MORE | For more information about Communities in Schools of Ohio or to support the non-profit's work, visit ciskids.org Click here to see which schools CIS of Ohio is partnering with this school yearClick here to see the results from the organization's work in Ohio schools last yearClick here to learn more about the Community in Schools modelConnect with Adero Robinson directly to explore opportunities to partner and to see more CIS data by emailing arobinson@ciskids.org SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS | If you'd like to share your feedback on the Public Education Matters podcast, including your ideas for what you'd like to hear about - or talk about - on future episodes, please email educationmatters@ohea.org. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Adero Robinson, Communities in Schools of Ohio Executive Director & CEOAdero Robinson is the Executive Director and CEO of Communities In Schools of Ohio (CIS), part of the national Communities In Schools network dedicated to surrounding students with a community of support so they can thrive in school and beyond. With nearly 30 years of nonprofit leadership experience, he leads efforts to connect students with caring adults, community resources, and evidence-based supports designed to overcome barriers to success. Under his leadership, Communities In Schools of Ohio currently serves 46 schools across six cities, providing whole-school and individualized services such as academic assistance, behavioral interventions, family engagement, enrichment, and attendance support. For the 2024–2025 academic year, in 52 schools across the state, CIS of Ohio supported more than 24,000 students and 12,700 families. For the 2,800 students receiving intensive, one-on-one support—91% of seniors graduated, and the majority made measurable gains in attendance, behavior, and academics.Robinson began his career as an AmeriCorps member with City Year Columbus, serving as a tutor and mentor in Columbus City Schools, and later held leadership positions with City Year Columbus as Chief of Staff and Executive Director. His career also includes roles with the Columbus Compact Corporation, United Way of Central Ohio, the Columbus Urban League, and Battelle for Kids, where he advanced education, community development, and youth success initiatives.He has received several community awards, including the City Year Comcast Leadership Award, and has completed leadership programs with the African American Leadership Academy, the Ray Miller Institute for Change and Leadership, Bank of America Emerging Leaders, Stanford University's Designing Social Systems program, and City Year LEAD. Robinson holds a BA degree from Denison University and an MBA from the Keller Graduate School of Management. He is married to Tracy Robinson and is the father of four children and three stepchildren. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, Netflix, music, coaching youth basketball, and practicing karate, holding a second-degree black belt through the United Fighting Arts Federation.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on November 3, 2025.

On today's show, A CDC advisory committee is rolling back recommendations on a safe and effective childhood vaccine, and pediatricians are concerned. Also,  the impact of the EPA allowing exemptions for clean air includes some low-income communities in Arkansas, and chronic student absenteeism in Arkansas  schools. 

Join Cindy and Alison as they highlight the impacts of chronic absenteeism on children's development and learning, as well as strategies to combat this national epidemic.Check out our website:  https://www.howpreschoolteachersdoit.com/Be sure to like our Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/howpreschoolteachersdoitLearn more about Cindy's work, including professional development, family education, and consulting opportunities:  https://hihello.com/hi/cindyterebush-RXMBKA

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A confrontation with a grizzly bear has left students and a teacher in B.C. seriously hurt. They were on an outing from an independent school run by the Nuxalk Nation in Bella Coola. Officials say a teacher took the brunt of it trying to fight off the bear.And: Ukraine's president says his country faces a hard choice. Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke to Ukrainians in a national address about a U.S. proposal to end the war with Russia. U.S. President Donald Trump has given Zelenskyy until Thursday to respond to a plan that includes many of Russia's longstanding demands, while offering limited security guarantees to Ukraine.Also: Why are more kids missing school? We have a look at absenteeism numbers across the country, and what might be behind them.Plus: JD Vance criticizes Canada's political leadership and immigration system; Mexico City exhumes bodies to search for missing people; Trump and Mamdani meet, and more.

William Lopez joins the Michigan Minds podcast to discuss his findings on the effects of immigration raids, offering insight into how intensified enforcement efforts shape the well-being and resilience of students and their communities.Michigan Minds is produced by Greta Guest and hosted by Michigan News staff. Jeremy Marble is the audio engineer and Hans Anderson provides social media animations. Listen to all episodes of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Renaissance.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Now more than ever, schools and districts need proven strategies to reduce student absenteeism—and to quickly address attendance issues before they become chronic. Join three MTSS experts for an in-depth discussion of using data and supports most effectively to prevent student absences this school year.In this edWeb podcast, you explore:The four root causes of absenteeism across K‒12Gathering the right data to assess each student's level of riskAligning tiered resources and supports to best engage students in schoolCommunicating with families and communities to reverse common misconceptions about absenteeismThis edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, MTSS directors, and school social workers.RenaissanceAccelerate learning for children and adults of all ability levels and ethnic and social backgrounds.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

What happens when a student is a no-show at school? Student attendance has been a major concern in schools across the U.S. the past few years, after chronic absenteeism spiked during the pandemic years. Helping students and families achieve regular attendance is a key focus of Bend-La Pine Schools, and that centers on academic engagement and success; ensuring all students experience a sense of belonging and safety in school; and addressing family circumstances that make it challenging for students to attend. We're seeing success with our strategies. Bend-La Pine Schools is tracking big improvement with a large number of students who had been missing too many days last school year, and who are showing up regularly this fall. In this episode of the Supe's On! podcast, Superintendent Steven Cook sits down with Eric Powell, Director of Student Services, to talk why some students miss a lot of school and how the district approaches chronic absenteeism.

There could be a rematch next year in the race for Wisconsin Attorney General. Health care experts say missing school can exacerbate a student's struggles with anxiety. And, a story about lilies of the valley and family connection.

Natasha Sokoloff is a reporter with Hearst Connecticut Media Group covering education across the state. She calls in to discuss her latest column covering "Report: CT improves chronic school absenteeism but not fast enough to hit target."

Your team is showing up. But are they really working?In this game-changing episode, host Bernadette Boas sat down over the summer with Rebecca Reed, global Workplace Well-being Specialist and creator of the Mental Flex Method, to expose the silent productivity killer costing organizations 10 times more than sick days: presenteeism.When employees are physically present but mentally checked out, it's not just a morale problem—it's a financial crisis. In the UK, presenteeism accounts for £24 billion of the £51 billion annual cost of poor mental health. In the US, that's $1,500 per employee per year compared to just $150 for absenteeism.This isn't another "add a wellness program" conversation. This is about recognizing trauma responses disguised as productivity, fixing broken systems instead of blaming people, and creating psychological safety that actually works.If you're an HR leader, C-suite executive, manager, or anyone responsible for team performance, this episode will fundamentally change how you approach workplace wellbeing.What You'll Learn✅ The shocking cost difference between presenteeism and absenteeism (and why you should care)✅ How to identify when hyper-productivity is actually a fear response, not ambition✅ The real reason your wellness initiatives fail (hint: it's not the program itself)✅ How "accidental managers" are contributing to team disengagement✅ The hidden influencers in your workplace who can drive culture change without C-suite buy-in✅ Nervous system regulation techniques that actually work for high performers✅ Practical strategies to create psychological safety where people feel safe to challenge, struggle, and be humanKey Timestamps:[00:00:00] Introduction: The silent productivity killer destroying your business[00:01:00] Meet Rebecca Reed: From personal wellbeing journey to global workplace specialist[00:03:00] What is presenteeism? Understanding "bums on seats, but nobody's home"[00:04:00] The shocking cost: Why presenteeism is 10x more expensive than absenteeism[00:06:00] The "accidental manager" problem: Why promotional ladders create unprepared leaders[00:12:00] The hyper-productivity trap: How fight response disguises itself as high performance[00:14:00] Creating safety: The foundation of everything in workplace wellbeing[00:22:00] The HR burnout crisis: Why the people caring for everyone are drowning[00:24:00] The Influentials: How 1/10 of people drive what the other 9/10 think and do[00:32:00] Leadership strategies: Four ways to support your team's wellbeing right now[00:36:00] Final takeaways and resourcesFeatured GuestRebecca Reed Global Workplace Wellbeing Specialist | Founder of Siendo | Creator of the Mental Flex MethodRebecca helps organizations transform their approach to workplace wellbeing through science-backed strategies that address root causes, not just symptoms. After her own profound wellbeing journey, she's dedicated to helping leaders understand the real drivers of burnout, disengagement, and presenteeism.

Homecoming celebrations across Mississippi turn deadly this weekend as 8 people are killed in separate shootings. Then: Tackling the state's chronic absenteeism rate will be a top priority for Mississippi legislators in the upcoming session. Plus: Corrections officials in New Orleans reflect on the legacy of Katrina and how it changed their thinking about caring for people in lockups during storms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Across the country, proficiency is sliding and absenteeism is climbing, yet there is a practical path that moves the needle. In this episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham makes a case for student ownership as the missing engine behind academic improvement, engagement, and long term readiness. Dustin connects national context to daily classroom reality, then shows what ownership actually looks like, students tracking goals, reflecting on data, leading discussions, and taking the mic in conferences with families. He explains why even small shifts can spark big belief, and why strategies do not stick without a culture that invites students to lead their own learning. If you are a district leader, principal, or teacher who wants higher engagement and better results, let your students run the classroom, and see how they take off.Host: Dustin OdhamTimestamps: (00:00 - 00:24) Open and setup. (00:24 - 01:08) The problem, proficiency and real world stakes. (01:08 - 01:56) Why it matters, college, STEM, equity. (01:56 - 02:25) Absenteeism scale and urgency. (02:25 - 02:57) Paradigm shift, from academics only to ownership. (02:57 - 03:27) Research lens, Hattie and Dweck. (03:27 - 04:18) Culture first, strategies do not stick without it. (04:18 - 05:10) What ownership looks like in practice. (05:10 - 05:34) Ripple effects, attendance, engagement, academics. (05:34 - 06:05) Beyond school, workforce and citizenship. (06:05 - 06:44) Early adopters and encouragement. (06:44 - 07:38) Calls to action, district, principal, teacher moves. (07:38 - 08:05) Small shifts that spark ownership. (08:05 - 08:32) Instruction plus empowerment, partnership mindset. (08:32 - 09:25) Subscribe, share, and season vision. (09:25 - 09:44) Outro.

Across the country, proficiency is sliding and absenteeism is climbing, yet there is a practical path that moves the needle. In this episode of Change Starts Here, host Dustin Odham makes a case for student ownership as the missing engine behind academic improvement, engagement, and long term readiness. Dustin connects national context to daily classroom reality, then shows what ownership actually looks like, students tracking goals, reflecting on data, leading discussions, and taking the mic in conferences with families. He explains why even small shifts can spark big belief, and why strategies do not stick without a culture that invites students to lead their own learning. If you are a district leader, principal, or teacher who wants higher engagement and better results, let your students run the classroom, and see how they take off.Host: Dustin OdhamTimestamps: (00:00 - 00:24) Open and setup. (00:24 - 01:08) The problem, proficiency and real world stakes. (01:08 - 01:56) Why it matters, college, STEM, equity. (01:56 - 02:25) Absenteeism scale and urgency. (02:25 - 02:57) Paradigm shift, from academics only to ownership. (02:57 - 03:27) Research lens, Hattie and Dweck. (03:27 - 04:18) Culture first, strategies do not stick without it. (04:18 - 05:10) What ownership looks like in practice. (05:10 - 05:34) Ripple effects, attendance, engagement, academics. (05:34 - 06:05) Beyond school, workforce and citizenship. (06:05 - 06:44) Early adopters and encouragement. (06:44 - 07:38) Calls to action, district, principal, teacher moves. (07:38 - 08:05) Small shifts that spark ownership. (08:05 - 08:32) Instruction plus empowerment, partnership mindset. (08:32 - 09:25) Subscribe, share, and season vision. (09:25 - 09:44) Outro.

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Absenteeism has gotten worse since the pandemic. Senior Vice President of Community Impact for Helios Foundation, Paul Perrault, joined the show to talk about what's being done to improve attendance. 

Bruce & Gaydos discuss solutions to mitigate chronic absenteeism in Arizona schools.

Arizona's high school students continue to struggle with chronic absenteeism, with one-third of students missing more than 18 days of school annually. Why? 

Chronic absenteeism has become one of the biggest challenges facing schools today. Nationally, nearly one in four students misses more than 10% of the school year, an alarming increase since the pandemic. In this episode of Change Starts Here, we dig into the data, the “why” behind the trend, and most importantly, what leaders and teachers can do about it.Through real stories from the field, including an excerpt from principal John Thompson of Republic High School, we see how focusing on belonging helped reverse a years-long decline in attendance. The episode also highlights three powerful reasons students are still missing school, because it feels optional, boring, or uninviting, and offers practical, research-based strategies to address each one.If you are looking for actionable ways to bring students back into classrooms and create schools where every child feels motivated to attend, this conversation is for you.Do not forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Change Starts Here.Download the Staff Booster: https://resources.franklincovey.com/season-6/mspswb_k12Download the Our Handouts:https://resources.franklincovey.com/season-6/wsasu_k12If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/Host: Kim Yaris. M.Ed.Timestamps: (00:00, 00:15) Open, Show ID(00:15, 00:49) Why Attendance Now(00:50, 01:33) Chronic Absenteeism, Defined(01:33, 02:08) Why It Matters(02:08, 03:12) Hearing from John Thomspon(03:12, 04:17) The Numbers(04:17, 05:12) Why Rates Stay High(05:12, 06:25) Reason 1, Optional(06:25, 07:37) Reason 2, Boring(07:38, 08:24) Reason 3, Uninviting(08:49, 09:12) Solutions Start(09:12, 10:29) Strategy 1, Irreplaceable Learning(10:29, 11:50) Strategy 2, Make It Relevant(11:50, 13:26) Strategy 3, Relationships and Resources

Chronic absenteeism has become one of the biggest challenges facing schools today. Nationally, nearly one in four students misses more than 10% of the school year, an alarming increase since the pandemic. In this episode of Change Starts Here, we dig into the data, the “why” behind the trend, and most importantly, what leaders and teachers can do about it.Through real stories from the field, including an excerpt from principal John Thompson of Republic High School, we see how focusing on belonging helped reverse a years-long decline in attendance. The episode also highlights three powerful reasons students are still missing school, because it feels optional, boring, or uninviting, and offers practical, research-based strategies to address each one.If you are looking for actionable ways to bring students back into classrooms and create schools where every child feels motivated to attend, this conversation is for you.Do not forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Change Starts Here.Download the Staff Booster: https://resources.franklincovey.com/season-6/mspswb_k12Download the Our Handouts:https://resources.franklincovey.com/season-6/wsasu_k12If you want to learn more about FranklinCovey, visit us at https://www.franklincovey.com/solutions/education/Host: Kim Yaris. M.Ed.Timestamps: (00:00, 00:15) Open, Show ID(00:15, 00:49) Why Attendance Now(00:50, 01:33) Chronic Absenteeism, Defined(01:33, 02:08) Why It Matters(02:08, 03:12) Hearing from John Thomspon(03:12, 04:17) The Numbers(04:17, 05:12) Why Rates Stay High(05:12, 06:25) Reason 1, Optional(06:25, 07:37) Reason 2, Boring(07:38, 08:24) Reason 3, Uninviting(08:49, 09:12) Solutions Start(09:12, 10:29) Strategy 1, Irreplaceable Learning(10:29, 11:50) Strategy 2, Make It Relevant(11:50, 13:26) Strategy 3, Relationships and Resources

Louisiana's absenteeism rate fell last year after rising two years in a row. We talk with BESE representative Sharon Clark about what's changed.

Good morning, School Leaders, This week's IASP Advocacy Podcast recaps important takeaways from the September 9th State Board of Education (SBOE) meeting. Here are some highlights:

More fallout is coming from Stitt's crackdown on unhoused Tulsans.Mental health providers in Oklahoma worry over cuts from the state.A new report shines a light on chronic absenteeism by State Superintendent Ryan Walters.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

About this episode: Post-pandemic rates of absenteeism continue to climb across the country as many students navigate concerns that include anxiety and food insecurity. One state is fostering new partnerships and using a public health approach to directly address hurdles to school attendance. In this episode: Pediatricians Deanna Haag and Heidi Schumacher detail their work alongside educators, policymakers, and other medical professionals to advance health and educational equity across rural Vermont. Guest: Dr. Deanna Haag is a clinical assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Vermont and a pediatrician at Monarch Maples Pediatrics in Enosburg Falls, VT. Dr. Heidi Schumacher is a general pediatrician and an assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Vermont. She serves as faculty for the Vermont Child Health Improvement Program, a statewide initiative focused on improving children's health outcomes. Host: Dr. Josh Sharfstein is distinguished professor of the practice in Health Policy and Management, a pediatrician, and former secretary of Maryland's Health Department. Show links and related content: Every Day Counts: Reducing Absenteeism in Vermont's School—University of Vermont Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships All in for Attendance: Education and Public Health Leaders Release Framework to Address Chronic Absence from Schools—Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Chronic Absenteeism Is a Vital Sign for Kids' Health. New Framework Seeks a Cure—The 74 Transcript Information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

Questions linger after a union vote at Kentucky's BlueOval SK Battery Park, Gov. Beshear discusses school security following a mass shooting in Minneapolis, a former state lawmaker shares his thoughts about Kentucky's U.S. Senate race, combating chronic absenteeism, and changes to Medicaid.

We're talking about strategies and solutions for tackling the underlying issues that lead to students missing school.

We're talking about strategies and solutions for tackling the underlying issues that lead to students missing school.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, August 13, 20254:38 pm: Guy Ciarrocchi, a contributor to Broad and Liberty, joins the program for a conversation about his piece in which he writes about the seven deadly sins of the Left, which was born from Barack Obama's goal to fundamentally transform America.6:05 pm: Molly Hart, Utah State Superintendent of Public Instruction, joins Rod and Greg to discuss the details of a new initiative to battle chronic absenteeism in the state.6:38 pm: Andrew Kerr, Investigative Reporter for the Washington Free Beacon, joins the program for a conversation about how police leaders in Washington, D.C. have been accused of manipulating data to make crime rates appear lower.

In this episode of Teaching Channel Talks, Dr. Wendy Amato speaks with Khari Shabazz, Managing Director of Schools and School Partnerships at K12 Coalition, about how shifting from compliance to connection can combat chronic absenteeism. Drawing from his experience as a school leader and parent, Khari shares powerful examples of how student voice, academic rigor, and human connection can transform school culture and boost daily attendance. Together, they explore what it really means to create a learning environment that students want to be part of.Resources for Continued LearningWhen Students Don't Show Up It's Not the Kids Failing What Schools Should DoIn this article for The 74, Khari Shabazz examines chronic absenteeism as a reflection of school culture rather than student shortcomings, offering strategies to build trust, foster student voice, and create an environment where learners want to attend every day. Read the article.K12 CoalitionK12 Coalition works with schools and districts nationwide to strengthen leadership, improve instruction, and build school cultures where students can thrive. Explore their programs, professional learning opportunities, and national network of partners at the K12 Coalition website.K12 Coalition Consulting ServicesThe consulting team at K12 Coalition partners directly with school leaders and educators to address challenges, design solutions, and implement practices that improve academic outcomes and strengthen school culture. Learn more about their approach to consulting with schools.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to Teaching Channel Talks on your favorite podcast platform for more insights, resources, and professional learning opportunities.Have feedback or ideas for future episodes? Contact us at K12Hub@teachingchannel.com

In this episode of The Healthy Project Podcast, host Corey Dion Lewis talks with Pamela Oren-Artzi, COO and co-founder of GRIN, a digital oral health platform reimagining how care is delivered for underserved communities. Pam shares her journey from technology leader to health innovator, the challenges of addressing oral care deserts, and how GRIN's accessible, affordable tools are transforming the way providers reach patients—no broadband required.We explore why oral health must be recognized as a core social driver of health, the connection between oral disease and chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes, and the ripple effects that poor access to dental care can have on individuals, families, and the economy. Pam also offers valuable insights for health tech innovators on how to build equity into products from the ground up.

  It's the first day of school for students in Washington County and many other schools in Utah will be heading back this week and next. Chronic absenteeism has been a growing concern in Utah. Utah's state superintendent, Dr. Molly Hart joins the show to discuss how Utah is working to combat chronic absenteeism in Utah. 

Host: Coach Jeffery (he/him)Guest: Dr. Kara SternEpisode SummaryIn this powerful episode, Coach Jeffery sits down with Dr. Kara Stern to tackle the pressing issue of chronic absenteeism in schools—an urgent topic in a post-pandemic world. Dr. Stern, with her extensive background as a teacher, principal, and education nonprofit leader, now works in ed tech helping schools re-engage students and boost attendance.The conversation dives into the staggering scale of absenteeism nationwide (with Houston, TX alone missing 230,000 students), and explores not only the stakes for student outcomes but also the actionable steps schools can take to create a sense of belonging and connection.Dr. Stern introduces SchoolStatus, an integrated suite of tools designed to improve attendance, enhance communication—especially across language barriers—and help educators and school leaders support students before attendance issues escalate. She emphasizes the human side of this work, arguing that genuine relationships and culturally responsive systems can make a lasting difference.Key Topics Covered* The current landscape of chronic absenteeism post-pandemic* Root causes: from family/language barriers to larger systemic challenges* The consequences of absenteeism for student futures* How belonging, communication, and engagement drive attendance* How SchoolStatus helps schools:* Multilingual family engagement tools* Attendance management systems to detect early warning signs* Streamlined workflows for positive home-school partnerships* Teacher growth and support resources* The limitations of tech—why caring, human relationships are essential* Real success stories from California, Texas, New York, and beyond* Special considerations for historically marginalized communitiesFeatured Quotes* "When we talk about fixing absenteeism, we're really talking about saving kids' lives." — Dr. Kara Stern* "The chronic absenteeism is kids voting with their feet." — Dr. Kara Stern* "For students to come to school, they need to feel as if they belong there." — Dr. Kara SternResources & Links* Learn More: schoolstatus.com* Connect with SchoolStatus:* LinkedIn* FacebookConnect with the Host* Coach Jeffery: Flipboard EDU PodcastThank you for tuning in! If you're an administrator or educator looking to tackle chronic absenteeism with real, human-centered tech solutions, check out SchoolStatus. Don't forget to subscribe for more conversations that matter in education.Link to a source discussing the report:* Houston Chronicle: Report: Nearly 230K students were chronically absent in Harris County last school year This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit flipboardedu.substack.com

Episode Notes In this episode, Alec Patton talks to Hamilton Elementary Dr. Brittany Daley and San Diego County Office of Education Executive Leadership Coach Julia Bridi about how Hamilton cut its chronic absenteeism rate from 24% to 10% in a single year, using creative parent communication, home visits, data checks, and public sliming See photos of the sliming here!

Hour 3 dives into President Trump's aggressive trade breakthroughs, including the landmark EU deal easing tariffs and boosting American exports, with expert insights from Fox's Jonathan Savage. The focus then shifts to the explosive revelations about the FBI and Clinton's role in weaponizing the Steele dossier, featuring a hard-hitting discussion with political analyst Dan Snell on deep state corruption and Ron Klain's recent testimony. Wrapping up, a Tennessee school district's controversial crackdown on absenteeism ignites parental outrage as doctor's notes lose validity and truancy referrals threaten families, raising questions about education policy and parental rights.

Kristen McNeely joins me for an informative discussion about the challenging topic of School Refusal and Chronic Absenteeism. If you are in any way connected to a school community, you've probably heard about this difficult and growing problem. As we discuss in this episode, school refusal is an ever-growing concern, and it manifests itself in numerous ways. Kristen is both a BCBA and a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in California, and she spends nearly all of her time working with parents who have children who engage in school refusal. In this episode, we cover: The distinction between the terms Chronic Absenteeism and School Refusal. How School Refusal can be thought of as a continuum of attendance patterns. The role of anxiety in these response patterns. Assessing the function of School Refusal behaviors. Helping parents intervene with School Refusal. The importance of wrap around supports for severe cases. How School Refusal can turn into what's known as Failure to Launch. You're going to want to listen all the way through to the end because she closes the show not only some awesome advice for the newly minted, but a poignant personal story. Resources mentioned in this podcast: The School Avoidance Alliance. Kearney and Silverman (2010). Measuring the Function of School Refusal Behavior: The School Refusal Assessment Scale. SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions). Episode 58 of ABA Inside Track (Interview with Christopher Kearney). Kristen's website. Kristen's Instagram. This podcast is brought to you by: Frontera. Consider taking a demo of Frontera's Assessment Builder and see how the ethical application of AI technologies can help you serve clients and save you time! Your first assessment report is free. And if you use code BOP25 you'll get an additional five assessments for just $100. So head to fronterahealth.com to check it out! HRIC Recruting. Cut out the middleman and speak directly with Barbara Voss, who's been placing BCBAs in great jobs all across the US for 15 years. CEUs from Behavioral Observations. Learn from your favorite podcast guests while you're commuting, walking the dog, or whatever else you do while listening to podcasts. New events are being added all the time, so check them out here. The Behavioral Toolbox. Check out our courses for school-based and other behavioral professionals, including our newest one, Motivational Interviewing: Getting Educator Buy-In.