Children can’t learn if they aren’t attending school. This principle applies not only to older students but also to the youngest learners.
Chronic absenteeism has emerged as a significant national issue since the pandemic began. While much attention focuses on teenagers who are disengaged from school, this overlooks the significant absenteeism among younger students. Alarmingly, about 35% of kindergartners nationwide are chronically absent.
Fortunately, Maryland reports a lower rate of absenteeism among its young students compared to the national average. Despite this, the state still faces challenges in reducing absenteeism to an acceptable level.
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