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flag One in four Illinois students missed 10% or more of school in 2024–2025, with high rates among low-income and minority students, harming their futures.

flag Chronic absenteeism in Illinois public schools remains a serious issue, with 1 in 4 students missing 10% or more of school days in the 2024–2025 school year, significantly higher than the pre-pandemic rate of 17.5%. flag High school seniors had the highest absentee rate at 41.5%, and students from low-income families, Black, and Hispanic communities face disproportionately high rates. flag Experts warn ongoing absenteeism harms academic performance, graduation rates, and long-term economic and health outcomes, highlighting the need for urgent intervention.

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