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Douglas County just greenlit a new truancy program called EveryDay Counts, set to launch in the 2026-2027 school year — but without the mentorship component that made the old program so effective. After years of collaboration with a nonprofit costing $150K annually, commissioners opted for a leaner, $113K model focused on case management, citing budget constraints. Parents and advocates voiced strong opposition, stressing how mentors — especially bilingual staff — were key to turning around kids’ attendance and mental health. Despite the pushback, three commissioners backed the new plan, while two voted no, marking a pivotal shift in how the county tackles student absenteeism.

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