Some schools are paying students $50 a week. Could it help boost attendance?

Several U.S. schools are providing students with $50 weekly through an unconditional cash assistance program to improve attendance and wellbeing. The initiative, known as 'The $50 Study,' aims to address chronic absenteeism, with Digital Pioneers Academy in Washington, D.C., and the Rooted School in New Orleans leading efforts to support low-income students facing challenges like childcare and safety.