Pontotoc County School District Dropout Prevention Plan 2026-2027
This Dropout Prevention Plan outlines the Pontotoc County School District's comprehensive strategy to reduce dropout rates, improve graduation rates, and decrease retention in early grades. The plan focuses on identifying at-risk students, implementing early interventions, and providing a range of services from academic support and behavioral plans to career readiness and credit recovery. Key initiatives include standards-based grading, universal screeners for reading/literacy, professional development for staff, and partnerships with community colleges for dual enrollment and GED programs. It also details procedures for student transition from juvenile detention centers and includes specific requirements for addressing retention rates, targeting subgroups for assistance, and dropout recovery for students aged 17-21.