Join David Koppurd for an in-depth presentation on the
Model School Attendance Review Board (SARB) process that earned recognition for excellence at the state level. Drawing from over a decade of work with students and families, David will share a practical and replicable framework that blends accountability with empathy to re-engage students in their educational journey.
This session will explore how a proactive SARB can serve as a bridge between schools, families, and community resources—focusing on solutions that address the root causes of chronic absenteeism. David will walk participants through key components of the model, including:
- Early identification and intervention strategies
- Culturally responsive outreach to families
- Collaboration with mental health, juvenile justice, and community-based partners
- Data systems that support consistent monitoring and follow-through
- Legal steps as a last resort—not the first
Attendees will leave with tools and strategies to transform their own SARB process into one that’s student-centered, trauma-informed, and effective. Whether you're new to SARB or seeking to refine your current model, this session offers powerful insights into creating sustainable systems of support for our most at-risk students.
Target Audience: Administrators, Student Services Staff, SARB Members, Counselors, District Leaders
