Will attendance‑based grading improve school absenteeism?
Researchers with the Canadian School Attendance Partnership found that 35% to three-quarters of Canadian students miss at least 10% of instructional days annually. Students with disabilities, Indigenous students, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQI are among the most likely to miss school.
School absenteeism is a significant concern in Canada. Researchers with the Canadian School Attendance Partnership have been studying this issue, using data from the OECD's Programme for International Student Assessment, school district reports, and research studies. The data suggests that 35% to three-quarters of students across provinces miss at least 10% of instructional days annually. Students with disabilities, Indigenous students, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQI are disproportionately affected. Many students with disabilities are not even counted in absenteeism data due to informal exclusions or part-time schedules. The ongoing child and youth mental-health crisis is also a contributing factor, with roughly 70% of Canadian students experiencing a decline in mental health since 2020.
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