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District reports steady attendance overall but highlights disparities; frequently absent students concentrated at secondary level
Summary
Lawrence Public Schools reported an average daily attendance of about 90.6% and said frequent absenteeism has decreased since post-pandemic return, but disparities persist among Black, American Indian, students with disabilities and economically disadvantaged students.
The Lawrence Public Schools administration presented its annual attendance equity report, showing an overall average daily attendance (ADA) of roughly 90.6% and long-term improvements at the elementary and middle levels since the district's return to full in-person learning. At the same time, the presentation flagged persistent disparities in attendance for several student groups and concentrated frequent absence among older students.
Key takeaways from the report: - Overall district ADA was reported at about 90.6% (most recent full school year…
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