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District reports drop in chronic absenteeism; Hopewell groundbreaking set for Sept. 24
Summary
Director of Schools Dr. Linda Cash told the Bradley County Board of Education the district reduced chronic absenteeism by 244 students year-over-year and highlighted school achievements; she also announced the Hopewell groundbreaking for Sept. 24 at 10 a.m.
Director of Schools Dr. Linda Cash reported on Sept. 9 that Bradley County Schools reduced chronic absenteeism — defined as students missing 10 or more days — by 244 students compared with the prior year and praised Prospect Elementary for lowering its rate to 10.8%, below the state average of 18.9%.
"If they're at school, they can learn," Cash said, describing…
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