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High school 'Freshman Success' approach credited as on-track and graduation rates rise
Summary
A school presentation described Freshman Success teams, block scheduling, equity grading and house systems; the presenter said on-track freshman rates rose to about 96% this year and four-year graduation rates improved to the mid-80s in recent reporting.
A district school administrator reviewed the Freshman Success program, describing measures including weekly success-team meetings, a dedicated freshman class, equal grading practices, and a house system intended to boost belonging and academic supports. The presenter said the district implemented those practices after traveling to study models and piloting professional development and empathy interviews for students, noting that teams must meet weekly and that data access and grading commitments were revised.
The presenter cited multi-year on-track and graduation data: "after 2nd 0.25, we have a 96% on track rate," and reported that the most recent four-year graduation rate (referred to as the 22-23/23-24 reporting lag) sits in the mid-80s (84.6% cited for the most recent data point). Board members asked whether students who enroll as juniors or seniors are included; the presenter confirmed they are counted in cohort measures. The presentation emphasized that consistent teacher collaboration and data review are central to the program's progress.
