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Podcast: Beyond The Blog
Episode: Connecting Communities: A Beyond the Blog Podcast - Episode 8: Attendance Awareness: Why Every Day Counts
Description: In this episode of Connecting Communities: A Beyond the Blog Podcast, host Leah Verier-Dunn has an in-depth conversation with Hedy Chang, Executive Director of Attendance Works. Together, they unpack the growing challenge of chronic absenteeism. How it has become such a widespread issue across the country and why it matters for children, families, and schools alike. Hedy also shares practical strategies, proven approaches, and valuable resources that parents, caregivers, and educational professionals can use to help students stay on track and thrive.Timestamps 00:32 - Introduction01:32 - Hedy explains what Attendance Works d...