Safe to Learn: How Community Schools Support Student Attendance
With chronic absenteeism plaguing many school districts across the country, advocates need real solutions that help students and families continue to engage in school. Community schools are a strategic approach to supporting the whole child through mechanisms such as wraparound services and family engagement. In this session, we will explore how community schools are uniquely positioned to address the root causes of chronic absenteeism by creating a sense of belonging and safety that makes students want to show up daily. Throughout the session, experts will share how advocates can leverage the philosophies and best practices of community schools to address chronic absenteeism and keep students learning. Whether you’re already working with community schools or are just hearing of the concept, this webinar is for you.
Participants will leave with:
- An understanding of how community school principles can be leveraged to address the root causes of chronic absenteeism.
- Examples of successful ways in which community schools have built supportive learning environments where students feel safe, engaged, and excited to learn.
- Best practices in partnering with community organizations to support students’ learning and development.