Policy – root causes of chronic absenteeism
A paper in Educational Policy by Joshua Childs and Richard Lofton; they discuss the complex root causes of chronic absenteeism.
Policy Impact – Breakfast After the Bell
Jacob Kirksey and Michael Gottfried highlight the role ‘Breakfast After-the-Bell’ can have in addressing current policy about absenteeism.
Welcome Georgine Aerts
INSA warmly welcomes Georgine Aerts as support for administration and communication. Email info@insa.network.
Long Term Impact of absence: executive functioning
A new publication by Michael Gottfried & Arya Ansari links chronic kindergarten absence to long-term declines in executive functioning.
New Research: the role of teacher attachment and school safety
A new publication showing the role of teacher attachment and school safety in protecting against absenteeism among victimized youth.
Research Results: Risk Factors
A new publication about risk factors for absenteeism; risk factors were reported by young people and teachers.
Free webinar: Tracking participation and attendance
Hedy Chang, Executive Director of Attendance Works, in discussion with practitioners about tracking participation and attendance. Resources
Supporting transition: toolkit
Oxfordshire Hospital School shares a toolkit for meeting the emotional challenge of transition back to school.
New publication: Kearney & Graczyk
Christopher Kearney and Patricia Graczyk’s latest publication is available online.
