School districts statewide are preparing to implement California’s new Attendance Recovery policy, which helps LEAs recover lost ADA funding and learning by offering extra academic support outside school hours. Attendance Recovery programs are optional and can be offered in conjunction with ELO-P to realize fiscal efficiencies and expand student access to ELO-P. Below are a few resources to support the development and implementation of these programs.

CDE Guidance & Resources

The California Department of Education (CDE) has published guidance to support local educational agencies design and implement high-quality Attendance Recovery programs. The guidance emphasizes student engagement, instructional continuity, and equity. It also includes a comprehensive list of helpful web resources. This program guidance complements the existing Frequently Asked Questions page.

Additionally,  the CALPADS Office recently relased a CALPADS Flash Update on data collection for Attendance Recovery programs.

For questions about the guidance contact Educational Options Office at EOO@cde.ca.gov. 

For questions on attendance for apportionment and instructional time, contact the Attendance Accounting Office at AttendanceAccounting@cde.ca.gov.

Los Angeles County of Education (LACOE) Resource

Attendance Recovery in Expanded Learning Programs. of Education – Expanded Learning Technical Assistance Unit (2025)

The Attendance Recovery in Expanded Learning Programs Tool was developed by the Expanded Learning Technical Assistance Unit at the LACOE, with the intent of supporting LEAs operationg Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs who are considering operating in conjunction with the Attendance Recovery Program. This tool is currently designed to provide consideration points as LEAs plan and begin implementation of an Attendance Recovery Program. This tool is not intended to be an all-inclusive guide to Attendance Recovery.

PCY Brief

The Partnership for Children and Youth has created a brief - The New Attendance Recovery Policy: Recommendations for Partnering with Expanded Learning - based on LEA feedback and CDE guidance. It provides early recommendations on how districts can work with expanded learning partners to boost student learning, engagement, and attendance.

Fall 2025 ELO-P Academy: Nuts & Bolts: The Latest Updates Supporting Quality ExL Programs 

This session focused on key Expanded Learning (ExL) updates from the past six+ months, including attendance recovery, audits, policy/budget shifts, and CALPADS reporting. Includes highlights from state leaders and local practitioners as they share resources and promising practices to support quality and compliance. Access workshop resources:

• Presentation Slides PDF
• Workshop Recording via YouTube 
• Learning Guide (Force Copy)
• Considerations and Planning for Attendance Recovery (AR) Presentation from Elk Grove Unified School District PDF

Spring 2025 ELO-P Academy: Strategies to Support Attendance Recovery 

This session focused on how school districts can implement optional programs to help recover attendance while ensuring student and family choice. Explore promising ideas, insights, engagement strategies, and program design to support student participation and academic success. This session was facilitated by the Expanded Learning Division, Educational Data Management Division, and School Fiscal Services Division from CDE. Access workshop resources:

• Workshop Recording via YouTube 
• Presentation Slides PDF