Shelly Collums

This Dropout Prevention Plan outlines comprehensive strategies for the Monroe County School District to increase the state graduation benchmark rate to 85% by 2018-2019 and reduce truancy. Key strategic areas include systemic renewal, school-community collaboration, safe learning environments, family engagement, early childhood and literacy development, and extensive mentoring and tutoring programs. The plan also emphasizes early warning systems, alternative schooling, after-school opportunities, professional development, active learning, educational technology, individualized instruction, career and technical education, and advanced/dual credit opportunities. Proposed initiatives focus on mentor programs, graduation coaching, increasing parent contact for attendance, and expanding after-school tutoring. The ultimate goal is to reduce dropouts, improve academic performance and attendance, and decrease student retentions.