I was chronically absent in high-school and it certainly wasn't because I was sick. School wasn't very engaging and I maintained good grades while barely being

I was chronically absent in high-school and it certainly wasn't because I was sick. School wasn't very engaging and I maintained good grades while barely being there. I can definitely see how COVID shutdowns unmoored some families from school and the return process made it a generally less compelling experience. If you aren't learning, socializing all happens on your phone, and you'll graduate regardless, then why go?