New Tool Predicts Student Absenteeism to Combat Chronic Absences
A new tool, the Absence Forecast, has been developed to help schools predict and address chronic absenteeism before it becomes a significant issue. Created by researchers at the American Enterprise Institute, the tool uses past attendance data to forecast the likelihood of students becoming chronically absent. This proactive approach allows schools to intervene early, potentially reducing absenteeism rates. The tool is designed to be user-friendly for district leaders, providing predictions based on data such as past attendance records, grade level, and eligibility for free and reduced-price lunches. The initiative aims to help schools address absenteeism more effectively by using data-driven insights. 
