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Only about 4 in 10 students attend regularly
What happened
An August 10, 2026 attendance report said about 40% of students are in regular attendance, down from 55-60% before COVID, with a goal of 80%. The district is rewriting absence letters and requires a problem-solving meeting at 15 absences.
Why it matters to families
Students who miss many days fall behind. The youngest students at Schavey Road had the lowest attendance.
The evidence
August 10, 2026 minutes: 'about 40% of students are in regular attendance today' with a plan to 'bring attendance up to 80%.'
The source
August 10, 2026 regular meeting minutesSee the full record for DeWitt Public Schools.
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