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District outlines MTSS expansion and steps to tackle chronic absenteeism as budget season nears
Summary
Superintendent Aaron Dean and building teams described Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), attendance‑team strategies to reduce chronic absenteeism, and warned that staffing shortages and health‑insurance costs will shape FY2027 budget decisions.
At the Dec. 8 meeting, Superintendent Aaron Dean reviewed the district’s Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and principals described local strategies to address chronic absenteeism as administrators prepare budget priorities for FY2027.
Dean outlined MTSS tiers: Tier 1 includes differentiated instruction, universal design for learning and advisory structures; Tier 2 covers targeted small‑group interventions and reset rooms; Tier 3 provides intensive services, one‑to‑one paraprofessionals, special education and related services. He said some programs were combined because of staffing constraints and that MTSS data will inform upcoming budget deliberations.
Building teams reported they track attendance with a spreadsheet that flags improvement or decline, hold regular meetings to develop action plans, use personalized phone outreach, make referrals to outside resources, and provide incentives and alternative programming for students who cannot attend trips or regular classes. They emphasized clear communication with families and documented procedures for medical absences. Committee members noted recruitment and retention challenges for staff that affect service delivery.
District leaders said FY2027 planning begins in January, budget hearings are expected in March, and health insurance rates will be voted Jan. 28. Officials cautioned that state and federal funding uncertainties, including Chapter 70 and potential SOA funds, may affect final budgets.
