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Elliott Elementary reports improved attendance and test growth; district introduces certified facility dog Madden

Wayne-Westland Community School District Board of Education · November 18, 2025
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Elliott Elementary told the board chronic absenteeism has fallen (from about 50.56% to 39.9%); reading and math NWEA proficiency rose year over year. The district also introduced Madden, a certified facility dog sponsored to support student mental‑health and school climate.

Elliott Elementary staff presented data to the Wayne‑Westland Board showing gains in attendance and academic measures and outlined social‑emotional and community supports.

Mister Lane told the board the school’s chronic absenteeism rate dropped from 50.56% last school year to 39.9% so far this year. He said the school has an attendance monitor on staff this year, regular PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) assemblies and student recognition systems (monthly and…

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