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Chronic Absenteeism down 3% in CT

Gov. Ned Lamont announced chronic absenteeism is down 3%, thanks to the Learner Attendance and Engagement Program (LEOP).

Nicole Alarcon

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Oct 26, 2023, 1:08 AM

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Updated 674 days ago

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