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Teton County schools cite housing, retention programs amid 12.6% five‑year turnover
Summary
Board members pressed district leaders for data on teacher turnover—a five‑year average of 12.6%—and heard that exit interviews point to housing as the leading reason staff leave; the district said it will supply detailed numbers and pursue housing and local 'grow‑your‑own' strategies.
Interim Superintendent Scott Perez told the Teton County School District #1 board on Aug. 13 that addressing teacher retention remains a top priority as staff and trustees return to the school year. "We would really like to embrace a theme in the district this year," Perez said, emphasizing connection across schools and community.
Trustee Bosch flagged turnover statistics from the district report — "the average over the last 5 years, 12.6%" — and asked for projections and exit‑interview…
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