Summary
Mr. Carampatan from Aldine ISD presented strategies to boost student attendance and combat absenteeism, emphasizing the importance of RaaWee ATTENDANCE+™. The district saw a 1.08% increase in ADA, with 52% of campuses achieving at least a 1% growth. Warning letters and attendance contracts by RaaWee significantly improved attendance. The district’s plan involved data-driven decisions, weekly monitoring, Triad’s parental support, and monthly rewards to boost attendance.
Data-Driven Absenteeism Reduction
Aldine ISD used RaaWee ATTENDANCE+™ to strengthen attendance monitoring and intervention across its 83 campuses. By combining attendance data with automated warning letters, attendance contracts, and ongoing monitoring, the district was able to identify attendance concerns earlier and support campuses with more targeted interventions. The results show how a consistent, data-informed approach can translate attendance insights into measurable improvement across a large district.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Strategic Planning
Aldine emphasized a structured approach by defining roles, engaging stakeholders, and leveraging data from E-School for decision-making. Weekly monitoring, structured support, and positive reinforcement, such as financial incentives and monthly competitions, sustained progress.
Targeted Attendance Support for Schools
To address varying attendance challenges, campuses were categorized using SAC criteria. Schools with higher absenteeism received tailored action plans and additional support to drive improvement.
From Attendance Data to Campus Action
Data becomes most valuable when it helps teams decide what to do next. Rather than applying the same attendance strategy across every campus, districts can use attendance patterns to identify where additional support, different interventions, or closer monitoring may be needed. This campus-level approach allows district leaders to focus resources where they can have the greatest impact while giving school teams a clearer path from identifying an attendance concern to taking action.
Utilizing RaaWee ATTENDANCE+™ for Effective Interventions: It streamlined attendance tracking, automated alerts, and ensured timely interventions. The district also partnered with Triad, a Harris County service, to provide parental training and prevent truancy.
Sustaining a Culture of Accountability
Aldine ISD ensured a smooth implementation through clear communication and phased rollouts. By celebrating successes and refining strategies, the district continues to foster a culture of accountability and engagement, applying consistent attendance policies across all grade levels.
About the Presenter
Paul Carampatan, Director of School Administration at Aldine ISD.
Paul Carampatan is dedicated to student success as the Director of Student Services at Aldine ISD in Texas. He oversees programs that support diverse student needs and focuses on equity and access.
With over a decade of experience in educational administration, Paul collaborates with teachers, parents, and community partners to foster a supportive environment. He advocates for mental health awareness and social-emotional learning.
In his free time, Paul enjoys family activities and exploring Texas’s cultural diversity, making a positive impact on Aldine ISD students.