Memphis-Shelby County Schools reports new outreach efforts are beginning to reduce chronic absenteeism, a problem that has worsened since 2017. The district has invested in attendance liaisons and home visits, which have helped re-enroll students and improve attendance in some areas. Plans are also underway to expand bus services to address transportation barriers.source https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/chronic-absenteeism-in-memphis-schools-could-fall-to-26-this-year-after-years-of-steady-increases/articleshow/125092275.cms