Understanding School Avoidance and Chronic Absenteeism
Join AFC educational advocates for a webinar to learn more about school avoidance and the chronic absenteeism that can result from it. The training discusses the signs of school avoidance, the relationship between school avoidance and mental health, and the rights of students and families struggling with this challenge.
Advocates for Children of New York has a singular vision: an equitable and inclusive school system where all students receive the education they need to maximize their potential as adults.
We fight for families
For more than 50 years, we have fought beside NYC families from under-resourced communities through a unique combination of services, all focused on protecting education rights and eliminating barriers to success so all students can thrive.
"From the first conversation with an advocate, I felt heard, and our struggle was validated. Thanks to her hard work, my son was able to begin 9th grade at a school that was a perfect fit for him.”
After Mishel was abruptly sent back to 6th grade, instead of receiving the academic supports she needed to thrive, AFC intervened and helped her persevere and finish middle school on time.
