Fanfiction + School Absence | Ep. 147

Why are teens missing so much school?

In recent years, chronic absenteeism among students has become a pressing concern, especially with its stark rise since the onset of the pandemic. Defined as missing at least 10% of school days, this issue has significant implications for academic success and overall well-being. 

But what’s causing students to miss so much school? What are we missing?

We all need to work together to help teens succeed. Here's how.

 Also in this episode:

What is fanfiction and why are teens so crazy about it?

How are fan edits being used, especially on TikTok?

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In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:

- USAToday: Interested in fan fiction? Here’s what you need to know to start.

- Bark: What is Fan Fiction? Here’s Why Kids Are Going Wild for Online Stories

- Fanfic Sites: fanfiction.net | Archive of Our Own

Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts

- Vox: Why so many kids are still missing school

- Teen Life Podcast: Parasocial Relationships

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Podcast Music by: Luke Cabrera & Tobin Hodges

Hosted by: Karlie Duke, Caleb Hatchett & Tobin Hodges

Produced by: Karlie Duke & Kelly Fann

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00:00 Introduction

00:43 Fan Fiction

05:06 Fan Fiction and Popular Books

09:28 Cautionary Notes about Fan Fiction

11:08 Fan Edits

15:23 School Absences

16:00 Factors Contributing to Absences

19:06 The Consequences of Absences

20:36 Understanding the Reasons Behind Absences

23:24 The Consequences of Skipping School

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