Chronic Absenteeism Affects 27J Students in Brighton

Staff Report / Brightonlocal.org

In the 27J School District in Brighton, Colorado, nearly 27% of students were reported as chronically absent last year. Chronic absence is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year. This level of absenteeism can have a negative impact on students' education and future opportunities.

For parents and guardians looking for ways to reduce absences, resources and tips are available at bit.ly/aam27jbpr. The schools affected include Brighton High School, Innovations & Options, Prairie View High School, and Riverdale Ridge High School.



Source: 27J Schools | Brighton CO

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Source Location: Brighton

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