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Remote instruction exacerbates the challenge of managing chronic absenteeism: relationship building becomes a key lever
Remote learning has introduced new challenges for school attendance, with varying standards across regions and a growing issue of chronic absenteeism. A school in Brooklyn, New York, has improved attendance through remote coaches and all-day Zoom meetings, while experts call for strengthening teacher-student relationships to tackle this problem.

Campus mask mandates receive widespread compliance, with litigation challenges being a minority
In most U.S. school districts, teachers, students, and parents show high compliance with campus mask policies, with lawsuits or protests occurring only in a few areas. School districts and the CDC recommend providing alternatives under special circumstances.

Expectations and Divisions Among Major U.S. K-12 Education Organizations Regarding Biden's Election Victory
After Biden declared victory, the U.S. K-12 education sector reacted with complexity. Unions and major associations expect cooperation and push for pandemic relief; the school choice camp is divided on prospects; the special education community calls for full funding of IDEA; civil rights policies are expected to reverse. All parties remain cautious about legislative prospects under Republican control of the Senate.