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District reports steady decline in disciplinary incidents but flags chronic absenteeism
Summary
District staff presented quarterly data showing most schools are trending down on behavioral incidents this year, while chronic absenteeism remains a focus: the district defines chronic absence as 10% of the school year (about 18 days) and is rolling out state programs and targeted interventions.
District staff presented attendance and behavior data to the Gloucester County School Board on May 13, showing a mixed picture: behavioral incidents were down at most schools in third quarter, but chronic absenteeism remains a concern.
Katina Keener, who presented the slides, reminded the board that the district follows the state definition of chronic absenteeism — missing 10% or more of an academic year, roughly 18 days — and that quarterly review helps spot…
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