SENATOR RAHMAN WELCOMES $180,000 IN EDUCATION GRANTS TO HELP REDUCE ABSENTEEISM IN MANCHESTER
September 30, 2026
Today, State Senator MD Rahman (D-Manchester) welcomed an announced $180,000 in state grants supporting Manchester schools through the Learner Engagement and Attendance Program, or LEAP, with a specific focus on improving student attendance and engagement.
Since LEAP was founded in 2021, chronic absenteeism rates in Connecticut have fallen more than 30 percent, reconnecting tens of thousands of students with education. After researching absenteeism and its causes, state officials developed a home visiting program meeting students and families in the community, connecting them with resources and supports that can help get students back in the classroom.
According to the Center for Connecticut Education Research Collaboration, student attendance grew and disciplinary incidents fell after LEAP engaged with families.
“In the last five years, absenteeism rates have declined significantly statewide, in part thanks to the success of LEAP’s focus on bringing students back into classrooms,” said Sen. Rahman. “I’m excited to see the positive benefits of this program benefit our community and Manchester students.”
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