SMS to parents of absentee students

Absenteeism is on the increase in many Australian government schools and much of it is unexplained reports the The Age.

Education Minister Lynne Kosky announced new measures to fight absenteeism, including sending SMS messages to parents of absentees.

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emily | 3:16 PM | SMS and Students |
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