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Primary school presents gains in VPK and early-grade math, flags attendance as concern
Summary
Taylor County Primary School principal reported rising VPK and early-grade math scores and a drop in kindergarten enrollment compared with last year; the school set attendance targets and described classroom interventions.
School leaders told the board the primary school saw measurable gains in early learning outcomes but continues to struggle with attendance. The presenter (speaker 5) said, “It shows us being down by about 35 kids,” but noted recent late registrations that are expected to raise enrollment. She highlighted VPK results: “Our VPK scores for the past 2 years, 60 percent 2 years ago, 78 percent are a transitional reader or above,” and said the program had earned an excellent rating.
The presenter described rising kindergarten and early-grade math scores and credited curriculum changes (including GoMath and a new phonics approach) and instructional coaching. She urged parental involvement to improve average daily attendance, saying the school needs to reach a 95% attendance target and described incentives for students with perfect attendance. District leaders thanked administrators for the concise report and emphasized follow-up on attendance strategies.
