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Study Links CPS Contact to Higher Student Absenteeism

A study found that contact with Child Protective Services correlates with increased school absenteeism among K-12 students. The research examines how such interventions relate to attendance patterns. Findings were reported in an EdSurge article on education policy.

Key Points

  • CPS contact is associated with higher rates of student absenteeism.
  • The study analyzes links between child welfare involvement and school attendance.
  • Results highlight potential effects on educational outcomes following interventions.

Implications for Educational Freedom

The findings connect child welfare policies to school attendance metrics that influence per-pupil funding in choice programs. Parental rights may be affected when CPS involvement alters family-school interactions. Education freedom considerations arise if attendance data shapes access to alternative schooling options.

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