Statewide Attendance Strategy
The Power of Presence
Louisiana’s Plan to Strengthen School Attendance
Chronic absenteeism puts student success at risk. That’s why the Louisiana Department of Education has launched The Power of Presence—a comprehensive, research-based strategy to help schools improve attendance and remove barriers to learning. This guidance outlines a tiered support system for schools, clear attendance definitions and procedures, best practices for teams and data, and steps to strengthen family and community partnerships.
By prioritizing presence, we’re ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.
By prioritizing presence, we’re ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.