Kentucky schools are facing struggles with absenteeism because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Reverting to traditional schooling seems to be a struggle for some families. Rowan County Pupil Personnel Director, Denine Sergent, wants to explore the complexities of chronic absenteeism and provide solutions to student success.
"I think, you know, the increase really has come from fear in families. Many families were and still are fearful of sending their children into buildings with large numbers of people. The COVID learning loss is real."
