What is a triggered review of a child's unauthorized absences, and when is it triggered?

• A. A review of a specific child's pattern of unauthorized absences when the child has had three unauthorized absences within a 60-day timeframe
• B. A review of all children's absences every 60 days
• C. A review triggered by a single unauthorized absence
• D. A review of attendance at mandatory meetings only

Answer: (A)

A triggered review is a focused examination of one child’s attendance when a specific pattern signals concern. In this context, the trigger is three unauthorized absences within a 60-day period. When that threshold is reached, staff review that child’s attendance records, verify each absence, consider any communications with the family, and determine appropriate actions or supports to address safety and compliance. This is a targeted review of a single child, not a routine check of all children, it isn’t prompted by a single absence, and it isn’t limited to meetings attendance.