Throughout the year 261 new students were enrolled and 221 students moved from Mann School. Current programs in effect to increase the rate of attendance include daily verification of absences, home visits by the Community Attendance Liaison and district attendance consultant, and referrals to School Attendance Review Board. Perfect attendance awards are presented at the end of the year. Tardies are also monitored by teachers and the office staff who feel that tardiness does not promote responsible behavior or enhance learning. School Climate and Classroom Management Discipline and order are necessary for optimum learning.
Many factors contribute to a positive and productive climate, including clear and concise standards.
These are sent home at the beginning of school for parents to review. In classrooms, assertive discipline is used with rewards for positive behavior and consequences for those who do not follow the rules. In addition, students are given a wide variety of opportunities to receive recognition. Awards assemblies are conducted to recognize good citizenship, academic achievement and special accomplishments. There is a parent conference following every suspension to ensure that student behavior will improve.