Want to Tackle Chronic Absenteeism? Try Texting Parents

“Texting parents about their child’s attendance can help combat chronic absenteeism, which has risen significantly during the pandemic.””

But not all texts are equally effective, experts caution. And the quick messages must be part of a broader communications strategy to improve attendance or their impact will be weakened.”

To read how texting can help, go to: “Want to Tackle Chronic Absenteeism?”