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Chronic absenteeism and school refusal are growing challenges in middle schools, affecting students' learning and well-being. The School Refusal Assessment Scale-Revised (SRAS-R) helps school counselors understand why students avoid school by combining student self-reports with parent observations, providing a clearer picture of barriers to success. This study examines how counselors at Weston Middle School use SRAS-R results to identify the functions of school refusal behavior and inform targeted supports and interventions. By comparing assessment results with existing attendance data and student plans, the study explores how counselors interpret and apply assessment information to support students who struggle with school avoidance or chronic absenteeism. The goal is to improve both attendance and overall student outcomes.

Publication Date

4-30-2026

Keywords

School Refusal, Chronic Absenteeism, School Counseling Interventions

School Counselors' Use of the School Refusal Assessment Scale (SRAS-R) to Identify School Refusal Functions and Inform Interventions

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