Calvin Burrows

From The President's Desk

Dear IATDP Members, Now is the time to register for the 113th Annual International Association for Truancy and Dropout Prevention Conference, taking place in the beautiful city of Memphis, Tennessee! Our theme this year is Racing to The Finish Line: Igniting Student Success in The Educational Race.



Who Should Attend The Conference?

This conference provides an invaluable opportunity for attendance personnel, counselors, child welfare and truancy officers, educators, law enforcement, social workers, government officials and community stakeholders to come together and engage in meaningful dialogue, as we explore the implementation of effective strategies and best practices for truancy and dropout prevention.

This conference will offer engaging sessions related to:

• Legal Measures related to the implementation of consequences for truancy, such as fines or court interventions, used to deter chronic absenteeism
• Support Services including but not limited to counseling, mentoring, and other supports to address social, emotional, and academic barriers
• Practicable Perspectives allows for the following:
• Early Identification
• Intervention Teams
• Family Engagement
• Community Partnerships
• Data Analysis
• Hearing Officer Training
• Opportunities to Earn CEUS