LANSING, Mich — Lansing Public School attendance has increased significantly compared to pre-pandemic levels, according to district officials, marking a positive trend for the community.
- Lansing Public Schools has seen a 15% increase in attendance compared to pre-COVID numbers.
- The district implemented gas cards and public transportation solutions to help families.
- The absentee rate has decreased by 38%, meaning chronically absent students are missing fewer days.
Attendance at Lansing Public Schools has jumped 15% higher than pre-COVID levels, according to Lansing Superintendent Ben Shuldiner.
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Local father Melik Brown says this jump is encouraging for the community…