POLITICSBRIDGE MICHIGAN
Northern Michigan found a way to cut school absenteeism. Lansing may defund it
A program in Northern Michigan has successfully reduced chronic absenteeism in some schools, but state authorities in Lansing may cut its funding. Lisa Werth oversees the initiative at Sanborn Elementary, which has shown positive results in improving student attendance.
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