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Ralston schools report improving attendance but high chronic absenteeism at high school
Summary
District officials presented April attendance data showing mixed gains at many schools but 484 chronically absent students at Ralston High School. The board discussed causes and limits on what the district can adjust in state reporting rules.
District administrators told the Ralston Public Schools Board that average daily attendance has improved in several schools but that chronic absenteeism remains a significant issue, particularly at Ralston High School.
"Part of our strategic plan...we look at attendance periodically," presenter Buckingham said as he shared a district attendance report dated April 23. The district reported an overall positive trajectory in average daily attendance at many schools and…
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