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We’re investigating suspensions for missing school in Arizona

by Hechinger Report, The Hechinger Report
October 27, 2022

<h1>We’re investigating suspensions for missing school in Arizona</h1>
<p class="byline">by Hechinger Report, The Hechinger Report <br />October 27, 2022</p>

<p class="has-drop-cap">The Hechinger Report and the <a href="http://azcir.org/">Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting</a> are investigating the practice of suspending students for skipping school or missing classes for reasons the school administration deems “unexcused.” We want to hear from students, parents, guardians and educators in Arizona who have experience with this. We need help understanding why students miss school in the first place, and what effect a suspension has on their lives.</p>
<p>We take your privacy seriously. We will not publish your name or story without your permission.</p>
<p>If you prefer to contact us directly, you can email <a href="mailto:tara@hechingerreport.org">tara@hechingerreport.org</a> or <a href="mailto:maria.polletta@azcir.org">maria.polletta@azcir.org</a>, call or text 212-870-6174, or Whatsapp 602-653-6807. We speak English and Spanish.</p>
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