CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi leaders are joining forces to address chronic student absenteeism, framing it as a broader community issue rather than solely a school concern.
The Corpus Christi Independent School District (CCISD) has launched a new initiative that brings together city officials, law enforcement, health care providers, faith leaders, and business owners. The goal is to deliver a unified message across the city: keeping kids in school is everyone’s responsibility.
Speaking at the event, CCISD Assistant Superintendent for High Schools Dr. Bruce Wilson, emphasized how school attendance affects multiple areas, including public safety, mental health, and workforce development…