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THE Y ADDRESSES ABSENTEEISM RATES
In the aftermath of the pandemic, absentee rates in New York City public schools have skyrocketed. Supporting students in improving attendance is essential in helping them recover from the learning loss suffered in recent years.
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The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation is now in its second year of supporting the Y’s Academic Success Champions initiative to improve attendance rates. This school-based program focuses on 15 Title 1 schools where more than 70% of children come from low-income households of color. The Y will work with school leadership to prioritize afterschool enrollment for those students identified as being at greatest risk for chronic absenteeism, as well as students who need additional academic and socialemotional supports.
After launching the program in 2022, the coming school year will allow us to expand the initiative by leveraging programs and partnerships across participating Y locations. The program will move from a pilot phase into full implementation during the 2023-2024 academic year, bringing more services to more students.•
