I'm just here to make sure you come to school. Mr. Woodruff asks. Mr. Woodruff fires back, quickly ending the conversation. She just doesn't go to class. Here's a case I'm trying to avoid filing.
Schools can suffer as well.
They receive state money based on their average daily attendance. Attendance and dropout rates also are part of the accountability system used to grade public schools. Whether for the good of the students or the bottom line, some area districts are trying to get a better grip on truancy. Arlington hired three attendance officers, including Mr. Woodruff, in October. The district teams up with Arlington police officers for nightly home visits and with businesses willing to turn truants away during the school day.