“For the first time, the SJSD posted a 3.1% overall improvement in attendance. This is the best performance the district has ever earned,” said Dr. Kendra Lau, Director of School Improvement. “In previous years the district has suffered a severe chronic absenteeism issue that contributes to both the academic and social success of students. Reducing chronic absenteeism is a continued focus of the district as it is critical for students' academic and postsecondary success.”
The SJSD reported a significant gain in proportional attendance rate compared to the 20 largest districts in Missouri: #17 in 2017 and #13 in 2018.

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