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When we took away the clerical piece of attendance interventions, principals became more connected to students and families. They started to recognize the real-life barriers to attendance. Now, they’re connected to people and not paper.Dr. Margie Boulware
Executive Director of Special Programs, Corsicana ISDResearch demonstrates that family support for language and literacy activities at home is positively related to children’s outcomes, including reading acquisition, language, vocabulary learning, conceptual development, and literacy achievement.Partnering with Families for Early Language and Literacy: Research-based Strategies for Early Childhood Educators – 2nd Edition
B.J., Cunningham, P.D., Bachman, H.F. & Wellman, M.E.Having a student’s data and family communication on a single screen means that we’re seeing issues sooner, and then can address those issues immediately.Elizabeth Lalor
Assistant Superintendent, Galena Park ISDFor us, SchoolStatus is a data warehouse where we can see the whole child. If we’re doing an MTSS process on a student, I can see attendance, discipline, grades, test scores, and what kind of engagement educators have had with the parent — all in one place.Pamela Dillard
Director of Technology, Greenville Public SchoolsSchoolStatus is a powerhouse data and communication tool.Chad Shealy
Superintendent, Vicksburg Warren School DistrictWe’ve saved hundreds of hours of staff time, and I’m sure many more for our parent community. By digitizing and automating everything through [SchoolStatus Forms & Flows], there’s no more populating information from the DOE into forms by hand.Renny Fong
Principal at PS 130 Hernando De Soto (Manhattan)[SchoolStatus Boost: Inspire] has played a huge role in our continuous learning and coaching process, which has led to the observed professional growth of our teachers.Josh Snyder
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SchoolStatus has provided us a tool to make communication easier, more transparent, and quantifiable.Dr. Ron Brown
Former Superintendent, Lumpkin County SchoolsWe’ve seen an over 50% decrease in chronic absenteeism, which is the statewide goal. We’re already there, in just one year of work.Jessica Hull
Executive Director of Communication and Community Engagement, Roseville City School DistrictThe help [SchoolStatus] gave us was amazing; I’ve never before received help like that from any company. Honestly, we feel like we want to stay with [SchoolStatus] forever.Dina Testa
Assistant Principal, Intermediate School 7 at NYCDOEEveryone wins when you stay in the loop, and SchoolStatus Connect really helped me make that happen while also saving me time.Ellen Zissis
First Grade Teacher, Chartiers Valley Primary SchoolOur families now feel that they’re not alone. They know we want to talk with them. That’s why we’re using SchoolStatus Connect.Maureen Brown
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Working at SchoolStatus is an incredible experience—our supportive team culture creates an environment where I feel valued and inspired. The company prioritizes both personal happiness and professional growth.Dr. Stephanie Walters
Customer Lifecycle Marketing ManagerI like the ease with which I can contact families using my own personal phone without giving out my personal number. I also like that the student's contacts are readily available. This platform works well for families to contact us, too. We can truly partner in the student's education and work towards a goal that works for all.Abigail S.
TeacherWe’ve seen an over 50% decrease in chronic absenteeism, which is the statewide goal. We’re already there, in just one year of work.Jessica Hull
Executive Director of Communication and Community Engagement, Roseville City School District
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How One Virginia District Cut Administrative Burden While Boosting Attendance
TL;DR
Caroline County Public Schools transformed attendance management by dramatically reducing administrative workload while improving student outcomes. Watch their on-demand webinar to discover the 7-pillar strategy that achieved a 52.9% excellent attendance rate and outperformed national chronic absenteeism averages.
The Universal Challenge
Every minute your staff spends on attendance paperwork is a minute they can’t spend with students. Every phone call about absences is a missed opportunity for proactive relationship-building. Every manual process is a barrier to meaningful intervention.
Caroline County Public Schools faced this same reality until they decided to completely reimagine their approach.
Beyond Technology: A Holistic Transformation
While many districts focus solely on attendance tracking software, Caroline County understood that sustainable change requires more. Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Sarah Calveric, they developed a comprehensive strategy that addresses the root causes of absenteeism, going beyond just the symptoms.
The results speak for themselves:
- 52.9% of students achieved excellent or satisfactory attendance
- 49% reduction in repeat interventions needed
- Below national average chronic absenteeism in most grades
- Administrative tasks reduced from hours to just 5-15 minutes per week
What Makes Caroline County Different?
The district rebuilt their entire attendance ecosystem. From strategic staffing decisions to innovative student engagement programs, every element works together to create an environment where attendance naturally improves.
Their high schools particularly shine, consistently outperforming national averages in ways that other districts can learn from and replicate.
The Blueprint for Your District
Caroline County’s transformation offers a roadmap for any district ready to move beyond traditional attendance management. But the real insights matter most: the specific strategies, the implementation challenges, the unexpected wins.
That’s why you need to hear directly from the leaders who made it happen.
Watch the Complete Strategy Revealed
In this recorded webinar, Dr. Sarah Calveric, Superintendent, and Jeff Wick, Coordinator of Safety & Compliance, share:
✓ The 7-pillar framework that transformed attendance district-wide
✓ How they freed staff from paperwork to focus on relationships
✓ Specific strategies for supporting vulnerable populations
✓ Why their high schools outperform national averages
✓ The surprising programs that made the biggest impact
✓ Practical implementation tips you can use immediately
This webinar provides a masterclass in systemic change from leaders who’ve proven it works.
Perfect For:
- District administrators seeking comprehensive attendance solutions
- Student services teams overwhelmed by manual processes
- Leaders looking to support vulnerable student populations
- Anyone who believes attendance is about more than just counting heads
The strategies Caroline County shares could transform your approach to attendance and free your staff to do what they do best.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long did it take Caroline County to see results after implementing their 7-pillar strategy?
The district saw immediate reductions in administrative workload, which allowed staff to begin relationship-building activities right away. By the end of the 2024-2025 school year, they achieved their 52.9% excellent/satisfactory attendance rate.
What funding sources did Caroline County use for this comprehensive transformation?
The district leveraged a combination of strategic staffing reallocations, existing budget optimization, and partnerships with external organizations to support their various initiatives across all seven strategic areas.
Can smaller districts implement Caroline County’s approach?
Absolutely. While Caroline County serves approximately 4,600 students, their strategies are scalable. The webinar covers how to adapt their framework based on district size and available resources.
Dr. Kara SternDirector, Education and Engagement
Dr. Kara Stern has seen school from just about every angle: high school English teacher, middle school principal, fellowship director for math and science teachers across New York City, and head of school at a rural N-12 school. That breadth is what she brings to her work at SchoolStatus, where she writes, speaks, and challenges educators to build the kinds of school communities where every student thrives. She holds a Master’s in Education Leadership from Teachers College and a Ph.D. in Teaching and Learning from NYU.
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