Chronic absenteeism is one of the most pressing challenges facing K-12 education today-with far-reaching impacts on academic achievement, equity, and long-term student success. But solving it requires more than just tracking attendance. It demands a deeper understanding of the data, the barriers students face, and the motivations that bring them back to school.  In this session, we'll explore how schools and districts can harness data to identify trends, uncover root causes, and target supports more effectively.