What is truancy? It is just a sophisticated term for “skipping school.” Some kids just could not wait for the last period to end.

How to prevent a teenager from truanting?

- Have a positive approach to school. Never tell your kids about going there each day, being on time and homework.

- Inform the school if your child need to skim school because of an illness.

- Ask the school in advance if you need your teenager to have a day off for a special occasion.

- Schedule vacations outside the school calendar, especially during exams.

- Always become interested on your kids’ schoolwork. Be supportive.

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