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Urbandale reports early gains in literacy and lower chronic absenteeism; algebra proficiency still short of district goal
Summary
District leaders reported improvements in early reading and math screening and a drop in chronic absenteeism from 17.9% to 12.7% for the first quarter, while algebra I proficiency was reported at 68% — below the district goal of 80%.
Denise Wood, director of district leadership and improvement, and instructional staff presented the district’s strategic plan update and fall data to the board, citing several positive trends and areas for continued focus. Wood said early reading and math screening results remain strong, with multiple grade levels above 70% proficiency.
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