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Chronic absenteeism is declining, but still not at pre-pandemic levels

WBUR
Published November 6, 2025 at 11:01 AM CST

Chronic absenteeism is on the decline nationally, but it’s still not down to pre-pandemic levels. A new study recommends a number of state policies that could help schools address root causes.

NPR’s Kadin Mills reports.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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