USA Today
Chronic absenteeism in American schools has doubled to 26% since 2018, worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Causes include boredom, mental health issues, and logistical challenges. In Baltimore, Concentric Educational Solutions helped improve attendance for some students, but the issue remains widespread.
WBRC Fox 6 News
Concentric’s Chief of Staff, Michael Gary, works with the Bessemer City Schools Superintendant Dana Arreola to conduct home visits to help combat chronic absenteeism.
Concentric’s own Chief of Research, Dr. Ivory Toldson, pens an open letter to Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, in hope to encourage his efforts to fight chronic absenteeism.
WBUR On Point
Concentric’s Director of Home Visits and Re-Engagement, Aaris Johnson, shares experiences in working to building relationships with students.
Stateline
Our CEO, Dr. David Heiber, provides insight on how Concentric’s approaches help in student engagement.
Baltimore Banner
Students are considered chronically absent if they miss at least 10% of school days.
The 1A | WAMU NPR
Michigan Regional Lead, Shepria Johnson, joins experts to discuss the trend and the stakes of returning kids to class.
The New Yorker
In recent years, chronic absenteeism doubled, sparking the ongoing fight to return students to classrooms.
Fox News
Dr. David Heiber, CEO of Concentric Education Solutions, addresses rising truancy issues, especially among low-income area students.
The Wall Street Journal
Changing attitudes toward daily attendance lead to alarmingly high absenteeism, as educators warn.