This interactive session challenges educators to shift from “What’s wrong with this student?” to “What does this student need?” Participants will explore creative, relationship-based approaches to addressing the root causes of student absenteeism, disengagement, and challenging behaviors. Through collaboration and hands-on activities, participants will design intervention plans that move beyond traditional consequences and identify at least five practical strategies they can implement immediately to better support student attendance and engagement.
Attendance, Truancy & Special Populations Coordinator, Jackson County Intermediate School District
Kimberly Brown (Kim) is a member of the Whole Child Team at Jackson County Intermediate School District (JCISD), where she currently serves as the Attendance, Truancy, and Special Populations Coordinator and County Attendance Officer. She has held this role for the past five school... Read More →
Monday October 19, 2026 11:20am - 12:35pm EDT Middle School at Parkside2400 4th St Jackson, MI 49203
