Tier 1: universal attendance expectations, belonging and early nudges.
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High School Chronic Absenteeism Intervention Matrix
This planning matrix helps teams move from an attendance signal to a coordinated response. It is not a substitute for state or district attendance policy; use local requirements when determining formal notices, truancy processes or mandated actions.
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A practical structure you can use now.
Tier 2: targeted outreach, barrier identification and short-cycle support plans.
Tier 3: intensive coordinated support with leadership, family and partner involvement.
Review: define when the team will check whether attendance changed.
Use the matrix to make your next attendance-team meeting more actionable.
Match support intensity to student need.
Document the barrier before assuming the solution.
Assign an owner and review date for every targeted intervention.
Track whether attendance improves after support is provided.