Chronic absenteeism is a huge problem in public schools right now, so much of a problem that the state of New York is raising awareness about the issue

09.30.16 | Bob Price

Education activist Steve Hughes with the United Way of the Southern Tier says nearly 24% of children K through three are absent.

Hillary Austin is superintendent for the Elmira School District says it's important for leaders to look at absence patterns.

A student is defined as "chronically absent" if he or she misses 10% or 18 days of school each year.

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