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District chronic‑absenteeism remains above target in most buildings; central office outlines interventions
Summary
The district reported third‑quarter chronic‑absenteeism rates by building, with several schools above the board's 12–13% target and the high school at 22.75%; staff described tiered interventions and incentives for fourth quarter.
Derby, Kan. — District officials presented third‑quarter chronic‑absenteeism rates to the board on April 28 and outlined school‑level interventions intended to reduce absenteeism before the end of the year.
Key figures: Dr. Holly Putnam Jackson reported third‑quarter cumulative chronic‑absenteeism rates (students missing 10% or more of school days) as follows: Cooper 21.5%, Derby Hills 12.5%, El Paso 20.7%, Oak…
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