Rock On Rational

Links between disengagement in education and youth offending have been well evidenced n
Truancy and non-participation are found to be related to substance abuse, gang activity and involvement in criminal activities such as burglary, auto theft and vandalism

nAttendance at school is usually regarded as one of the 'big four’ factors that can produce resilience in a young person

nIncreasing participation in school by young people is key to reducing Their anti-social behavior and offending

Longer term consequences for disengagement in education include:
worse employment opportunities,
lower earnings, greater welfare dependence,
homelessness and
limited housing options,higher involvement in crime,worse mental health,suicidal thinking and early pregnancy.

Who is Involved
Police - Rock On Coordinator

Chairs monthly meeting

Liaises with relevant practitioner’s

Emails minutes from meeting

Requests updates/list

Keeps spreadsheet up to date (In some cases this may be done by the Truancy Officer)