Across Canada, schools are grappling with rising absenteeism and school avoidance — challenges that directly impact student learning, well-being, and long-term outcomes. For many learners, especially those who are neurodivergent or experience learning or mental health challenges, this can lead to persistent absences and growing disengagement. 

This session is designed to help school and district teams better understand the complex factors driving absenteeism and take meaningful steps to change them. Together, we’ll explore what makes school feel “impossible” for some students and how schools can build environments that feel safe, supportive, and accessible. 

The webinar will focus on school-wide strategies that include: 

• Developing an Education Support Team to coordinate interventions and build shared responsibility. 

• Using assessments and data to gain a comprehensive picture of attendance challenges and root causes. 

• Implementing action plans that remove barriers and foster consistent attendance over time. 

If reducing absenteeism and re-engaging students is a priority for your school or district this year, this session will offer practical approaches you can begin applying right away. 

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