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flag Michigan's chronic absenteeism rose to nearly 28% last year, harming student learning and outpacing other states in response.

flag Chronic absenteeism in Michigan has surged, with nearly 28% of students missing at least 18 days of school last year—up from pre-pandemic levels—impacting learning, especially in early grades. flag Despite efforts like home visits and court threats, enforcement remains inconsistent, and many families withdraw children for homeschooling without oversight. flag The state lacks a unified definition of truancy or a coordinated strategy, contributing to declining reading and math scores. flag Experts cite poverty, transportation issues, and pandemic-era norms as key drivers, while Michigan lags behind other states in addressing the crisis.

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