Jefferson County School Board Implements Stricter Attendance Policy
Tougher student attendance policy adopted
The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, November 27, 2024
The Spirit of Jefferson reports that the Jefferson County School Board has implemented a new attendance policy on November 12, aligning with a stricter state policy. This policy focuses on increased efforts by administrators to reach out to students who miss three to five days and establishes a more stringent definition of 'excused absences.' Attendance Director Robert Brown highlighted a nationwide concern regarding students missing 10% of school days, with evidence suggesting that consistent attendance improves academic performance and graduation likelihood.
