The Jackson Parish School District Truancy Program is off to a great start with truancy in the new year. The number of students attending school regularly is gradually increasing. Every month, we release an attendance flyer with the aim of achieving 95% and above attendance in our district schools. Schools that meet or exceed our district goal will receive an attendance celebration.

Our first school, Quitman High School, has already achieved the goal and enjoyed a popcorn and snowcone celebration. We are optimistic that the numbers for January will continue to soar as the presence of students in school minimizes the gap in learning and improves academic performance.

We urge parents to support us in achieving our goal by ensuring that their child/children attend school every day. Educating the whole child requires the collective effort of all of us.