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Jefferson and Belknore principals report attendance and early-reading gains, outline summer supports
Summary
Presentations from Jefferson and Belknore (Veil Noire) principals highlighted improved attendance and early-grade reading gains tied to small-group instruction, additional instructional minutes, attendance teams and community partnerships.
Principals at two Normandy Schools Collaborative elementary schools told the board they are seeing measurable improvements in attendance, disciplinary incidents and early-grade reading and math after targeted interventions.
At Jefferson Elementary, Principal Dr. Leeson said the school reached a district goal of “90/90” — 90% of students in class 90% of the time — and reported significant declines in disciplinary infractions. He credited improved parent communication, positive incentives, hands-on lessons and early supports from social workers and partner agencies. Dr.…
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