Many have urged the Common Council to take a cautious approach to a resolution that would make it easier to punish students who skip school.

For girls, it’s period pain. Cramps can be unbearable but they are also a good excuse to skip school because people will feel awkward and stop asking you about it. A good one is saying you’re ...

A new report has found more children than ever are not in school, with the number of lost days of learning up nearly 70% in five years. It is the most vulnerable children who skip school ...

APPLETON — Appleton residents recently weighed in on a truancy ordinance that would make it easier to punish local students who skip school with citations, with many community members urging ...