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Gilmer County Schools reports improved attendance, superintendent warns of state retention rule for third grade
GILMER COUNTY SCHOOLS · January 28, 2025
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Summary
District attendance improved year to date, but the superintendent warned the board that House Bill 3035 could require retention of third graders who do not meet state standards beginning in 2026 and outlined steps to reduce impacts.
Gilmer County Schools reported measurable attendance improvements and outlined preparations for an incoming state retention policy.
The superintendent presented attendance figures showing the high school at 93.55% year-to-date attendance with a chronic absenteeism rate of 17.87%. Elementary attendance was reported at 95.13% with a countywide…
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