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Thornton High spotlights Remote Independent Study; student credits program with recovery and college-career preparation
Summary
Thornton High School presented its Remote Independent Study (RIS) program to the district board, reporting it has served close to 500 students since post-distance learning with graduation rates above 80% and current RIS enrollment of 66; a senior, Erica, described how RIS supported her recovery and career plans.
Thornton High School principal Dr. Maranko presented a school spotlight to the Jefferson Union board on the school’s Remote Independent Study (RIS) program, social-emotional learning practices and student voice, and the board heard testimony from a senior who credited the program with restoring her engagement and academic progress.
Dr. Maranko told trustees the district has served "close to 500 students" in the RIS program since returning from distance learning and reported graduation rates for the program "in excess of 80…
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