Governor Gavin Newsom signed a law on October 1st, 2025 that removes jail times and fines for parents if their children are found to be missing too much school.

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Brashear’s diversity is its point of pride. After leadership turnover, community partnerships work to address attendance, other challenges.

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Governor Newsom has signed a law ending jail time for parents if their kids miss school, shifting to programs aimed at reducing absenteeism.

State law generally requires children ages 6-17 to attend school regularly.