Family Engagement, Attendance, and Performance on Statewide Assessments in Kansas

This report outlines a recent analysis conducted by the Kansas Technical Assistance System Network (TASN) Evaluation Project, which explored correlations between family engagement and chronic absenteeism as well as between chronic absenteeism and student performance on statewide assessments. Findings revealed that there is a significant inverse correlation between family engagement and chronic absenteeism as well as between chronic absenteeism and student achievement on statewide assessments. These findings highlight the importance of utilizing family engagement strategies to improve student attendance and achievement.