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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.
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