Isaiah Fudge, Director of Positive Youth Development Policy and Advocacy, and Nina Peckman, Staff Attorney, provided testimony to the Senate Education Committee on January 30th. Their focus was chronic absenteeism in New Jersey and strategies to enhance student attendance.
"Chronic absenteeism is a significant issue affecting student performance," said Fudge during the session. The testimony highlighted various factors contributing to this problem and potential solutions to address it effectively.
Peckman emphasized the importance of community involvement in improving attendance rates. "Community engagement is crucial for creating supportive environments that encourage students to attend school regularly," she stated.
The testimony aimed to inform lawmakers about the current challenges schools face regarding absenteeism and proposed actionable steps for improvement.
