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Chronic absenteeism in South Carolina schools has nearly doubled since 2019, mirroring a national trend.
Chronic absenteeism, defined as missing 10% of a school year, has surged in South Carolina, increasing from 15% in 2019 to nearly 30% in 2021-22.
This trend mirrors a national issue, with 26% of students nationally considered chronically absent.
Factors include safety concerns, mental health issues, and the impact of remote learning.
Chronic absenteeism significantly impacts academic performance, with only 23% of chronically absent students meeting expectations on math assessments compared to 47.2% of regularly attending students.
South Carolina is responding with public awareness campaigns and stricter attendance policies.
El absentismo crónico en las escuelas de Carolina del Sur casi se ha duplicado desde 2019, reflejando una tendencia nacional.