Course Detail: PSY8 - Getting Kids to School: Understanding and Supporting School Attendance Psychology Conference

School absenteeism represents a complex and multifaceted challenge that has increased substantially following school disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This presentation will examine the complex issue of school absenteeism, focusing on the underlying medical, mental health, family, and school-related factors that frequently influence school attendance. Using a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework, attendees will learn how to effectively identify students' unique needs and implement evidence-based, proactive interventions-moving beyond a traditional "wait-to-fail" approach. This training will provide educators with practical strategies for assessment and targeted support to help address absenteeism and promote positive outcomes for all students.

Specific learning objectives:
Following this presentation, participants will possess knowledge and tools to?
oBetter understand school absenteeism, 
oEffectively identify contributing factors, and 
oProvide targeted interventions to support students' unique needs.  

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