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McCormick Elementary credited with sharp drop in chronic absenteeism as BCPS reports systemwide gains
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BCPS officials on March 25 presented systemwide reductions in chronic absenteeism and highlighted McCormick Elementary's jump from a 2-star to a 4-star rating after intensive attendance interventions.
BCPS officials on March 25 described districtwide improvements in chronic absenteeism and highlighted McCormick Elementary School's work as an example of how targeted interventions can raise attendance and academic results.
Dr. Rogers introduced a panel from the division of schools and student-support services, saying the district had the largest reduction in chronic absenteeism recognized by the Maryland State Department of Education. Officials said the system used a "Here For It" campaign, attendance calendars in student handbooks, expanded online toolkits, an attendance-kiosk pilot supported by a grant and a…
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