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Wicomico schools report drop in chronic absenteeism to 19.4% so far in 2024–25; district launches "Arrive to Thrive" campaign
Summary
District officials told the board that chronic absenteeism fell from 25% last year to 19.4% to date for 2024–25 and described a multi-tiered strategy—"Arrive to Thrive"—including billboards, rack cards, PSAs, school incentives and attendance teams to reach a state target of 15% by 2025–26.
District staff told the Board of Education on Feb. 26 that chronic absenteeism has declined to 19.4 percent to date in 2024–25, down from 25 percent at the end of last year, and outlined a coordinated "Arrive to Thrive" attendance campaign the district launched to sustain improvements.
Why it matters Chronic absenteeism—students missing 10 percent or more of school days enrolled, excused or unexcused—correlates with lower academic outcomes. The Maryland State Department of Education and Accountability panels have proposed a statewide target of 15 percent by 2025–26; district staff said that is their target as well.
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