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Sanborn Elementary
Coverage of Sanborn Elementary in the Nexus archive.
- Northern Michigan found a way to cut school absenteeism. Lansing may defund it
Northern Michigan's School Success Partnership program has reduced school absenteeism and improved grades by addressing barriers for at-risk students, but faces potential defunding as its state allocation is excluded from proposed 2026-27 budgets. The program, operated by the Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency, provides support like transportation, basic needs, and family engagement across 12 counties.
- 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.