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In Nashville, as across the nation, chronic absenteeism is a critical challenge that has only been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, district data reveal that despite the deep-rooted and complex factors contributing to absenteeism, some schools have dramatically increased student attendance over the past two years.
Our study examines the patterns and root causes of chronic absenteeism in MNPS, and seeks to leverage school success stories and other insights to promote high levels of attendance throughout the District.
Taylor Biondi
Coordinator, RTI behavior
Carol Brown
Director, Attendance Services
Catherine Knowles
Director, Special Population services
Elisa Norris
Executive Officer, Strategy & Performance Management
David Diehl
Assistant Professor, Human & Organizational Development
Kayla Fike
Assistant Professor, Human & Organizational Development
Joanne Golan
Associate Professor, Public Policy & Education
Changhee Lee
Postdoctoral Fellow
Richard Welsh
Associate Professor, Education & Public Policy
We want you to learn more about what we do and why we do it. We invite you to sign up to receive updates to learn how you can help us champion equity.