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Board hears about Lotus Academy—s alternative suspension center as a strategy to reduce chronic absenteeism
Summary
District presenters described the Lotus Academy Alternative Suspension Center (ASC) as a restorative alternative to out-of-school suspension, reporting early improvements in attendance and student engagement and clarifying chronic absenteeism data and flex-time adjustments.
Caroline County Public Schools staff presented the Lotus Academy Alternative Suspension Center (ASC) as part of the district—s Achieve 2027 spotlight, framing the center as a restorative alternative to traditional out-of-school suspension.
Presenters said the ASC emphasizes structured academic schedules, social-emotional supports and mentor-based interventions provided by community partners, with the goal of keeping students connected to classroom instruction rather than out of school. "The alternative suspension center provides an alternative education setting where students can stay on track…
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