absenteeism

The 33.5% chronic absentee rate is the second highest rate of states that have released such data so far. The HEDCO Institute recommends five options that could reduce the number of Oregon students who miss 17 days or more each year.

Crow-Applegate-Lorane School District superintendent thinks small class sizes allow for closer bonds that can emphasize the importance of regular attendance.

Oregon students perform well academically, but the high school graduation rate is poor. Colt Gill, the governor's new Education Innovation Officer is…