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Ames report shows improved attendance and mixed academic and climate results; restraints and suspensions increased
Summary
District leaders reported gains in overall attendance and reductions in chronic absenteeism but said state-measured academic growth fell short in English/literacy and math goals; use of restraints rose sharply and suspensions increased, prompting follow-up actions and training.
The Ames Comm School District presented its annual goals report to the board, highlighting three goal areas — attendance, academic achievement and school climate — and reporting mixed results across measures.
Associate Superintendent Dr. Jeff Hawkins said the district met two attendance goals: overall attendance improved from about 92% with a 1.5% districtwide increase, and the percentage of students identified as chronically absent (missing 10% or more of the year) dropped by 9.3 percentage points districtwide. “We actually improved attendance rates for 8 out of 8 program and demographic groups,” Hawkins said, noting principals used a new attendance dashboard aligned to state law and buildings increased communication and targeted interventions.
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