At Dardenne, we know that student attendance is essential. Therefore, we are tracking our weekly and monthly attendance percentages. The weekly goal is for each grade level to be above 90%. In February, we reached this goal during the last week of February. Hopefully, we can achieve this goal more than once in March.
"Research shows that missing 10% of the school year, or about 18 days in most school districts, negatively affects a student's academic performance" (Attendance Works, 2018). We know that when students can improve their attendance rates, they will improve their chances of future school success. In addition, students who attend school regularly are more likely to graduate and find good jobs.
Keep up the good work, Knights! We will see you in school! Attendance matters!