With the school year off and running, we are proud of our students for showing up each and every day.
We are fast-approaching an important attendance milestone that occurs every year: the Colorado Department of Education’s official “October Count.” October Count measures how many students are enrolled and attending in districts across the state; the official count date is Wednesday, October 1.
The data collected during this period is the basis for determining how much funding each school district receives for the year. In other words, every student in class means resources for our schools – funding that supports students, teachers, and programs. We encourage all students to be in class each and every day and their attendance during the next month is important, as it will have a tangible impact on the funding the district receives to serve every student in our classrooms.
We also recognize that getting to school every day is not always easy. Challenges such as transportation, work schedules, or health concerns can create barriers to student attendance. We are here to help. If your student is struggling with attendance, please reach out to your school’s front office, teachers, or counseling staff for resources and support.
We are committed to working together so every student has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.