School truancy has been a grim topic for New Zealanders for years now, with the figures for Term 4, 2022 ...
Truancy crisis: arts-based community solution could be way to go, expert says
If it takes a village to raise a child, then perhaps it takes a community to keep a child in school. Sometimes it takes a lift from an auntie or uncle, a friendly enquiry from a neighbour over the fence, or a running race across a family farm with the town’s boxing champ.
Victoria University of Wellington’s Dr Delia Baskerville, has dedicated a significant part of her career to understanding why students skip school.
Victoria University of Wellington’s Dr Delia Baskerville, has dedicated a significant part of her career to understanding why students skip school.
