School Absenteeism
/ˈskuːl æbˌsɛnˈtiːɪzəm/
Definitions
- (n.) The failure of a student to attend school regularly, often addressed by compulsory education laws and potentially subject to legal sanctions or interventions.
The court mandated programs to reduce school absenteeism among at-risk youth.
Forms
- school absenteeism
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Commentary
Legal definitions of school absenteeism often intersect with truancy statutes and child welfare considerations, highlighting the role of compulsory education enforcement.
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