Minnesota lawmakers seek alternatives to school absenteeism

Minnesota lawmakers are considering a bill that would provide more support for families whose children are chronically absent from school. Imprint News reports that "In Ramsey County, the second most-populous in Minnesota, Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota has helped families whose kids are chronically absent since 2017. Social worker Lisa Kiesel said her organization’s breadth of assistance — from homework help to housing assistance — has been successful. She hopes the pending legislation will be met with success in St. Paul."