17min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

Why School Absences Have "Exploded" Across America

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

Post-Pandemic Attendance Trends

This chapter discusses the rise of 'flaking out' in social institutions, particularly in relation to school attendance and workplace participation in the post-pandemic era. It explores how remote work and cultural shifts have normalized absenteeism, impacting students' connections to school and their overall well-being. The chapter also highlights the alarming increase in chronic absenteeism among students, the disconnect between parental perceptions and educational outcomes, and the urgent need to address these trends for long-term recovery.

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