Chronic absenteeism is a problem in Arizona. The issue, defined as missing 10% of the school year, skyrocketed during the pandemic in line with national trends, according to a new report by the Helios Education Foundation in partnership with WestEd.

<p>Chronic absenteeism is a problem in Arizona. The issue, defined as missing 10% of the school year, skyrocketed during the pandemic in line with national trends, according to a new report by the Helios Education Foundation in partnership with WestEd.</p>

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