The Truancy Prevention Program for the Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office

As a part of the crime prevention initiatives established by the State’s Attorney’s Office in Montgomery County, the Truancy Prevention Program works to improve the attendance of middle school children in Montgomery County Public schools by discovering the root causes of truancy and assisting students and their families with issues that impact attendance. The program confronts school absenteeism by addressing academic, school, personal, and family-related factors. The Truancy Prevention Program is a voluntary and supportive program designed to keep children in school and families out of court. Each school year, approximately 60 percent of students show significant improvements in attendance and overall school success. Mentorship positions are open at various MCPS partner schools for the Fall and Spring.