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Chronic absenteeism: Shelby suburban districts look to excite students about school

By , Daily Memphian Updated: April 23, 2024 3:03 PM CT | Published: April 23, 2024 4:00 AM CT

The national trend of chronic absenteeism trickles down to the Shelby County suburbs. District-wide numbers are up post-pandemic.

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chronic absenteeism Arlington Community Schools Bartlett City Schools Collierville Schools Subscriber Only

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Abigail Warren

Abigail Warren

Abigail Warren is a lifelong resident of Shelby County and a graduate of the University of Memphis. She has worked for several local publications and covers the suburbs for The Daily Memphian.


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