Rethinking Tardy Policies in Schools: Addressing Educational Accountability Amid Financial Hardships
- Tekena Patterson
- Apr 21
- 4 min read
In recent years, education in the United States has faced intense scrutiny, especially regarding how schools handle tardiness. With families experiencing rising financial difficulties, longer work hours, and increased transportation hurdles, many students struggle to arrive at school on time. Despite these obstacles, many schools enforce strict tardy policies that penalize students for circumstances often outside their control. This blog post will examine the complexities surrounding tardiness in schools and urge a re-evaluation of policies to better align with the real challenges faced by students and their families.
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