Chronic Absenteeism

Educator Innovation Sandbox (EIS)

Chronic Absenteeism in California: Leadership Agenda 2026

Jordan B Smith Jr. Ed.D.

Published on: 02/09/2026

Explore strategies to tackle chronic absenteeism in California schools with leadership insights for 2026 and beyond.

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Reduce School Tardiness: Save Money with the Educator Innovation Sandbox

Jordan B Smith Jr. Ed.D.

Published on: 04/08/2026

Schools are losing valuable instructional time and ADA funding due to chronic tardiness. Discover how the Educator Innovation Sandbox (EIS) empowers teachers to build AI-powered attendance solutions that reduce SART and SARB referrals

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How to Reduce School Tardiness: AI Strategies That Improve Student Attendance

Jordan B Smith Jr. Ed.D.

Published on: 03/08/2026

Learn how schools can reduce school tardiness with AI-powered interventions. Discover practical attendance strategies and join the Educator Innovation Sandbox.

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