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Washington has joined a ¡ªled by Attendance Works, EdTrust, and AEI to cut chronic absenteeism in half over 5 years. ºìÁ«ÉçÇø is inviting school districts leaders to join the challenge to reduce chronic absence in Washington from 27% to 14% by 2029.

Chronic absenteeism is defined as a student missing 10% or more of their school days (18 days in a school year) and includes absences that are excused and unexcused.

Registration & Key Information

• Washington¡¯s 5-Year Challenge to Cut Chronic Absenteeism in Half
• Statewide Attendance Community of Practice (CoP)

Participating Districts

Thank you to Washington state Superintendents and Districts for leading this effort! View the growing list of school districts who have joined the challenge:

• Districts Signed Up for 5-Year Challenge to Cut Chronic Absence in Half

Washington¡¯s Plan

ºìÁ«ÉçÇø and our partners are focusing on a few strategic areas to increase student attendance and engagement. See ºìÁ«ÉçÇø Plan: 5-Year Challenge to Cut Chronic Absenteeism in Half.

Washington¡¯s Goal

Washington has set clear goals to reduce chronic absenteeism each year. The chart below shows the baseline rate and the planned reduction over time.

* Data updated with Annual Report Card

District Learning and Success

Regular attendance supports the whole child, strengthens learning, and increases the likelihood of graduation. Learn how districts are improving attendance.

Coming soon:

• District Highlights
• District Photos and Videos