1 in 5 Texas students considered chronically absent, new analysis reveals

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Every three weeks, Irving schools send parents a progress report. But it’s no longer just an alert about grades.

Also included is how many days their children missed classes. If a student hits several absences, a personalized card encourages parents to ensure the trend doesn’t continue.

The district’s pitch to families is simple: None of the learning experiences you want for your children can happen if they’re not in class.

Read more from The Dallas Morning News.

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