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Should parents be held accountable for their children’s chronic absenteeism? Board candidates weigh in.

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Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name. As Detroit’s school district has explored ways to reduce chronic absenteeism , the conversation has at times turned to whether parents should be held more accountable for their children’s absences. The Detroit Public Schools Community District board has also discussed incentives for parents to ensure their kids get to school . With 34 candidates running for five board seats in the Nov. 3 election, it’s a conversation newcomers will likely contribute to. Researchers generally frown on penalties and incentives for parents and students, citing research showing they don’t move the needle on attendance . Michigan law allows parents to face penalties for their children’s poor attendance and allows the state to halt public assistance for parents whose children are missing too much school. DPSCD