Truancy Prevention Program
In 1995, The CASIE Center committed to preventing child abuse through its Truancy Prevention Program. The program has changed, grown, and evolved over the years, but has always been dedicated to supporting families that need us the most.
A child can be referred to The CASIE Center Truancy Prevention Program if the following steps have been followed:
5 Unexcused Absences:
The school must meet with the parent/guardian when a child has 5 unexcused absences
10 Unexcused Absences:
The school must send an Affidavit to the Prosecutors Office when a child has 10 unexcused absences
The Prosecutors Office will then send a letter to the parent/guardian explaining that the child has 10 unexcused absences and that they could be charged if attendance does not improve
15 Unexcused Absences:
Schools (K-5) may refer a child to The CASIE Center Truancy Prevention Program if they have accumulated 15 unexcused absences and followed the previous steps.
Schools (K-5) may refer a child by filling out the following paperwork: link to form.
Once referred to our program, a Case Manager from The CASIE Center will meet with the parent/guardian to identify barriers that are keeping the child from regularly attending school.
Case Managers work closely with the family to provide support and connect them with local resources that will ensure success in the future.
Referral to Prosecutor for Charges:
If a child continues to accumulate unexcused absences after The CASIE Center gets involved, the parent/guardian may be referred to the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for violation of (law name).
The goal of our program, from beginning to end, is to ensure:
- The child is attending school regularly.
- The child is safe.
No cost to family - really just want to help the family - no cost.
We close the case once the child is in school regularly.