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Principals report attendance gains; WATCH D.O.G.S. program launched

Pioneer School District No. 402 Board of Directors · October 28, 2025
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Summary

Elementary Principal Amy Dahlberg reported improved attendance and a new WATCH D.O.G.S. volunteer program with 10–15 dads signed up; Middle School Principal Megan Thurston reported about 90% overall attendance and recognition for sixth-grade attendance. Family attendance meetings have begun.

Elementary Principal Amy Dahlberg told the board the October newsletter shows a significant improvement in student attendance and that the district has started the WATCH D.O.G.S. program — "Dads of Great Students" — with 10–15 dads signed up so far. The program aims to increase family and volunteer engagement in school activities.

Middle School Principal Megan Thurston reported overall attendance improvement with roughly 90% of students present in October and recognized sixth-grade students for best attendance. Staff have begun attendance meetings with families to discuss strategies to support consistent attendance and student engagement.