Bill aims to close truancy loophole in Tennessee

Bill aims to close truancy loophole in Tennessee

CLEVELAND, Tenn. (WDEF)- Good attendance is key for any student looking to do well in school. That logic is why truancy laws are in place to make attendance compulsory. However in Tennessee, a loophole has existed leading some students to miss way too many classes. Representative Kevin Raper of Bradley County says he it is a recurring pattern in school attendance. Rep. Raper said, “Students stop showing up, leave the local school system and go t…