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School-based Truancy Program

The City of Philadelphia School District partners with IFS to work with youth who are identified as truant in regular school attendance. IFS truancy case managers conduct regular visits to a student’s home and school to support interventions that would support students being independent in attending school.

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Eligibility Requirements

DHS refers youth with 10+ absences. IFS works with schools in West Philadelphia, Kensington, or Lower NE Philadelphia.

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How to Access Services

All referrals are from the School District of Philadelphia.