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Dr. Lesli Guajardo, Denton ISD shared how her team uses data to improve attendance. Serving 32,000 students across 43 campuses, they leverage the RaaWee K12 Attendance+ system and the Truancy and Dropout Prevention System (TDPs) for tracking. Key strengths include data analysis, training, and relationships. They focus on timely interventions, effective communication, and collaboration with campuses.

Denton ISD’s Data-Driven Strategy

Dr. Lesli Guajardo shared insights on using data-driven strategies to enhance attendance systems. Serving 32,000 students across 43 campuses, the district employs a collaborative approach, integrating data analysis, training, and relationship building to support attendance improvement efforts.

Collaborative Team Approach

Guajardo’s team includes an assistant director, attendance officers, and a data analyst, working together to track attendance trends and identify intervention points. The department utilizes the Truancy and Dropout Prevention System (TDPs) alongside RaaWee K12 Attendance+ to monitor ADA rates, TPMS timeliness, and low-attendance days.

Proactive Engagement Strategies

A key priority is fostering strong relationships with campuses, providing structured training for attendance clerks, and ensuring timely interventions for chronically absent students. Regular data reviews inform targeted strategies, addressing challenges such as early release days and special events that impact attendance.

Continuous Improvement in Attendance Systems

Denton ISD emphasizes ongoing evaluation and collaboration with principals and district leaders. Weekly reports guide decision-making, ensuring attendance initiatives remain effective and sustainable. Through proactive engagement and data-driven decision-making, the district continues to refine its approach to reducing absenteeism.

 
Dr. Lesli Guajardo, PhD, Director of District & Student Support Services, Denton ISD, TX
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Dr. Lesli Guajardo, PhD, Director of District & Student Support Services

Dr. Lesli Guajardo is the Director of District & Student Support Services for Denton ISD, bringing expertise in education and student advocacy. With a PhD in Educational Leadership, she focuses on fostering a supportive environment for all students.

In her role, Dr. Guajardo oversees programs that enhance student welfare, including counseling and academic support services. She emphasizes collaboration and innovation to ensure students receive necessary resources.

Passionate about equity in education, Dr. Guajardo engages with parents, educators, and the community to address diverse student needs. Her commitment to excellence continues to make a significant impact within Denton ISD.

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Pam from Northside ISD discussed their efforts toward attendance improvement by eliminating barriers. With 103,000 students, 11 specialists made 9,000 home visits. Attendance rose to 96.5% post-COVID. They focus on collaboration, community support, and addressing root causes like food insecurity. Their five-year plan emphasizes data-driven, proactive solutions, which align with tools like RaaWee K12 Attendance+ to streamline attendance management and intervention strategies.

Supportive and Collaborative Approaches to Barrier Elimination

Shifting away from punitive measures, Northside ISD focuses on engaging families and leveraging community barrier-specific resources for attendance improvement. Their 11 attendance specialists conducted over 9,000 home visits this year, working closely with McKinney-Vento and PTA programs to support homeless and foster youth.

Whole-Child Approach to Attendance Improvement

The district prioritizes students’ basic needs, addressing food insecurity, housing instability, and special education support before focusing on academics. Parent engagement initiatives, such as pre-K coffee days and educational forums, help families understand attendance laws and available resources to address chronic absenteeism.

Sustaining Attendance Growth with Data-Driven Strategies

Northside ISD leverages data to shape policies, track interventions, and drive campus-wide culture change. Their five-year plan focuses on continuous attendance improvement through collaboration, proactive strategies, and expanded partnerships. As the district refines its approach, innovative tools like RaaWee K12 Attendance+ could offer additional insights to enhance attendance monitoring and intervention efforts.

Pam Gould, Asst Director of Student Advocacy at Northside ISD, TX
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Pam Gould, Superintendent at Northside ISD

Pam Gould is the Superintendent of Northside Independent School District (NISD) in Texas, with over 30 years of experience in education. She is recognized for her leadership and dedication to creating a positive learning environment.

Under her leadership, NISD has achieved notable advancements in academic performance and community engagement. Pam promotes innovative teaching practices and technology integration to enhance education.

Pam is committed to promoting equity and inclusivity, ensuring every student has access to necessary resources. She actively engages with community initiatives to strengthen connections between schools and families, making a lasting impact on NISD.

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Sharon Bradley, Director of Family and Social Services at Plano ISD, stressed the role of adult presence in reducing chronic absenteeism, which has nearly doubled to 26% since the pandemic. She highlighted trust-building, creating welcoming spaces, engaging with curiosity, restorative practices, and recognizing good attendance as key strategies. Data-driven solutions, like RaaWee K12 Attendance+, can further support districts in tackling absenteeism through targeted interventions and proactive engagement.

Building Connections to combat Chronic Absence

Chronic absence in Texas has nearly doubled since the pandemic, reaching 26%. External factors like family struggles, personal challenges, and weak adult connections significantly impact student attendance. Creating welcoming school environments, engaging students with curiosity, and using restorative practices can help address these barriers. Instead of punitive measures, logical consequences such as making up instructional time through tutoring or leadership roles support accountability while keeping students engaged.

Encouraging Positive Attendance Habits

Recognizing and celebrating good attendance is crucial. Plano ISD uses incentives like positive tardy slips, social media recognition, and parent acknowledgments to encourage engagement. Educators are encouraged to apply strategies like “The Power of Being Seen” to identify students lacking strong adult connections and foster relationships that promote attendance.

Strengthening Attendance Through Collaboration and Data

Consistent school-wide messaging and professional development help reinforce attendance priorities. A collaborative approach involving teachers, administrators, families, and the community ensures students feel valued and motivated to attend regularly. As Plano ISD continues refining its approach, integrating advanced attendance tracking solutions like RaaWee K12 Attendance+ could further enhance data-driven decision-making and intervention efforts.

Sharon Bradley, M.Ed., Director - Student, Family, and Community Services, Plano ISD, TX
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Sharon Bradley, M.Ed., Director – Student, Family, and Community Services

Sharon Bradley is an experienced educational leader with over 15 years in student services at Plano Independent School District (PISD). As the Director of Student Services, she focuses on creating an inclusive environment that meets the diverse needs of students.

Holding a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Sharon has a strong background in special education and program development. She advocates for equity in education, enhancing student well-being and academic success.

Sharon shapes policies and programs related to counseling and support, believing every student deserves the opportunity to thrive. Outside of work, she enjoys engaging with the community and mentoring future educators, making a lasting impact on PISD.

 
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Shifting Truancy Intervention

Rebecca Clark and Jennifer Boniol from Lewisville ISD discussed shifting truancy interventions from compliance to student-centered approaches. They use RaaWee K12 Attendance+ tool for data management and introduced the ADAPT program for counseling, HOPE for substance abuse, and CHOICES for family support, leveraging tiered support from counselors and social workers for holistic intervention.

A Shift from Compliance to Support

Lewisville ISD has transitioned from traditional truancy enforcement to student-centered strategies, adapting to legal changes that limit punitive measures. By addressing the root causes of absenteeism, the district ensures students receive the support they need to stay engaged in school.

Leveraging Data for Early Absenteeism Interventions

With the implementation of RaaWee K12 Attendance+ solutions, staff gain real-time attendance insights, enabling them to identify at-risk students early and intervene proactively. This data-driven approach allows for targeted support rather than reactive discipline.

ADAPT: Counseling for Student Success

A key initiative, ADAPT, is a three-week small group counseling program for students and parents, offered across all five high schools. The program focuses on self-awareness, social skills, and decision-making, serving as both a pre-court intervention and a court-ordered option for struggling students.

Comprehensive Mental Health and Family Support

Lewisville ISD provides additional resources like the HOPE program for substance abuse and the CHOICES program for family counseling. A tiered intervention system, involving campus counselors, Student Assistance counselors, and social workers—ensures that students facing mental health or family challenges receive the right support.

Expanding Intervention Resources for Lasting Impact

Key priorities include expanding ADAPT, refining counseling referral criteria, and enhancing collaboration between administrators and counseling staff. By emphasizing intentional communication and student well-being, Lewisville ISD ensures truancy interventions are both supportive and effective.

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Mr. Carampatan from Aldine ISD presented strategies to boost student attendance and combat absenteeism, emphasizing the importance of RaaWee K12 Attendance+ tools. The district saw a 1.08% increase in ADA, with 52% of campuses achieving at least a 1% growth. RaaWee’s warning letters and attendance contracts 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 implemented RaaWee K12 Attendance+ to enhance student attendance across 83 campuses. After a year of use, the district saw a 1.08% increase in Average Daily Attendance (ADA), with 52% of campuses achieving at least a 1% improvement. Automated warning letters and attendance contracts played a crucial role in this success.

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.

Utilizing RaaWee K12 Attendance+ for Effective Interventions

RaaWee K12 Attendance+ 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.

Paul Carampatan, Director of Administration, Aldine ISD, TX
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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.

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Angela, a former teacher and at-risk coordinator, shared Garland ISD’s enrollment / dropout recovery process. She introduced “Operation Opportunity” to streamline efforts, highlighting initiatives like “LEAP” and “RISE.” With clear processes, multi-channel communication, RaaWee K12 Attendance+, and attendance teams, 67% advanced to sophomores, and 85% graduated or continued, ensuring year-long student support.

Operation Opportunity: A Structured Approach

Garland ISD’s enrollment / dropout recovery process is built on clear expectations, documented procedures, and multi-channel communication. Through Operation Opportunity, the district streamlined efforts to re-engage students, launching key initiatives like LEAP and RISE to expand academic opportunities.

Reconnecting Individual Students to Education (RISE) Program

The RISE program provides flexible schedules, online courses, and individualized support, helping 67% of participants advance to sophomore year and 85% either graduate or continue their education.

Attendance Teams for Targeted Interventions

Specialists are assigned to high schools to closely monitor attendance and implement interventions. Dedicated administrators track trends by grade level and demographics, ensuring early support for at-risk students. Home visits and partnerships with programs like McKinney-Vento and Hazel Health further assist vulnerable students and families.

Incentives and Year-Round Engagement

Garland ISD maintains a year-long focus on attendance goals, prioritizing data accuracy and celebrating small wins. Community-sponsored incentives reward students for improved attendance, reinforcing positive habits.

Leveraging RaaWee K12 Attendance+ for Efficiency

With clear staff training and digital tools like RaaWee K12 Attendance+, the district enhances student tracking and intervention efficiency. A Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework further aids struggling students, ensuring they receive the help they need.

Accountability and Long-Term Success

Angela emphasized the importance of clear documentation, collaboration between district and campus teams, and strong accountability measures. By aligning enrollment recovery efforts with structured strategies, Garland ISD fosters long-term student success.

Angela Daniels, Garland ISD, TX
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Angela Daniels, M.Ed., Student Engagement Administrator, Student Services, Garland ISD, TX

Angela is a former Intervention Coordinator and teacher with 20 years of experience developing unique opportunities to help all students succeed. She has led initiatives that have reduced dropout rates and enhanced student engagement. She holds certifications in Education Leadership and Dropout Prevention.

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Gabriela Pulido and Donna Minix discussed Katy ISD‘s truancy prevention efforts. Serving 88,465 students, the district saw attendance peak at 99.74% in 2019-2020 but declined slightly post-pandemic. To combat this, the dropout and chronic absenteeism prevention teams use RaaWee K12 Attendance+, now expanding district-wide, to track attendance, sign AIPs electronically, and monitor communications effectively. 

A Data-Driven Approach to Attendance

Katy ISD, serving over 88,000 students across 70 campuses, has implemented targeted interventions to minimize truancy. While attendance peaked at 99.74% in 2019-2020, a slight decline followed the pandemic. The Dropout Prevention Department, led by Gabriela Pulido, collaborates with facilitators, social workers, and police officers to keep students engaged.

Structured Truancy Interventions

The district closely monitors attendance trends, implements Attendance Improvement Plans (AIPs), and follows a structured truancy flow chart, utilizing warning letters and court referrals when necessary. Partnerships with programs like Triad provide additional truancy prevention support.

Expanding the Use of RaaWee K12 Attendance+

After a successful pilot in six schools, RaaWee K12 Attendance+ is now being scaled district-wide. The platform offers real-time attendance reports, electronic AIP signatures, and email tracking, enhancing communication and intervention efforts.

Holistic Attendance Support for Students

Beyond attendance tracking, Katy ISD integrates character education, mental health services, and crisis intervention to support student well-being. These initiatives reinforce the district’s commitment to keeping students in school and engaged.

Collaboration for Continuous Attendance Improvement

With a low dropout rate, 167 students in 2019-2020 and 273 last year, Katy ISD remains focused on refining strategies and fostering a culture of attendance. By expanding digital tools and strengthening community partnerships, the district continues to make strides in reducing truancy.

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Attendance Improvement Plan

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Moderated by Dr. Kim Wallace, EdD 

2-Part Workshop May 1 & May 15, 2025

8:30a-11:30a PT | 10:30a-1:30p CT | 11:30a-2:30p ET

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What You Will Achieve toward Attendance Improvement

This workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge, strategies, and resources needed to create lasting impact in attendance improvement.

By the end of this Attendance Improvement Strategy Workshop, you will:

🔹Learn how to organize your team, set clear attendance goals, and drive accountability.
🔹Establish key milestones and actionable steps to improve student attendance.
🔹Discover effective ways to engage schools, districts, and community stakeholders.
🔹Use real-time insights to monitor progress and refine intervention strategies.
🔹Gain hands-on experience in implementing & monitoring attendance programs.

Day 1 Agenda – May 1, 2025
8:30a-11:30a PT | 9:30a-12:30p MT | 10:30a-1:30p CT |11:30a-2:30p ET

Welcome & Introductions – 10 min
Definitive Guide Overview & Orientation – 5 min
Attendance Works Challenge #1: Organizing & Mobilizing Your Team – 45 min
Break – 10 min
Attendance Works Challenge #2: Agree Upon Destination – 45 min
Break – 10 min
Attendance Works Challenge #3: Prioritizing Routes – 45 min
Session Two Preview: May 15, 2025 & Announcements and Feedback – 10 min

Day 2 Agenda – May 15, 2025
8:30a-11:30a PT | 9:30a-12:30p MT | 10:30a-1:30p CT |11:30a-2:30p ET

Welcome to Session Two – 5 min
Session 1 Recap – 5 min
Attendance Works Challenge #4: Sharing Your Roadmap – 45 min
Break – 10 min
Attendance Works Challenge #5: Building Capacity & Partnerships – 45 min
Break – 10 min
Attendance Works Challenge #6: Implement, Monitor, & Adapt – 45 min
Bringing It All Together – 10 min
Announcements and Feedback – 5 min

Dr. Kim Wallace, EdD, Process Makes Perfect
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About Dr. Kim Wallace

Born and raised in an educator household, Dr. Kim Wallace started her own career in public education 30 years ago as a high school English and history teacher before becoming a site principal and district office administrator. Her most recent K-12 role was as superintendent of one of the 20 largest school districts in California. Kim joined the UC Berkeley School of Education Leadership Programs division as the Associate Director of the 21st Century California School Leadership Academy (21CSLA) State Center in 2020.

She also runs her own consulting company Process Makes Perfect, specializing in real world solutions for practitioners in the field. Kim consults, writes, and presents internationally on systems change and emerging trends in educational leadership. An award-winning, innovative educator, Kim leverages her abilities in educational administration, program management, and relationship development to optimize institutional effectiveness and deliver remarkable results.

Dr. Wallace’s book Leading the Launch: A Ten-Stage Process for Successful School District Initiatives was published by Solution Tree Press in 2021, followed by Leading Through an Equity Lens in 2023. Her upcoming book, Gamechanging Leadership in Action: An Educator’s Companion is in production with Routledge/Taylor & Francis (Fall 2025). Kim attended the University of California Santa Barbara for her undergraduate degree in history. She then earned her Master’s in Education (M.Ed.) at the University of California Los Angeles and culminated her educational goals with a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) from the University of California Davis.

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Collective Approach to Team Building

Dr. Kim Wallace emphasized collective approaches for student attendance issues, highlighting the need for diverse, high-functioning teams, role clarity, and effective communication. She introduced the concept of “collective agency,” stressing on clear goals, prompt issue resolution, and stakeholder inclusion.

The session covered practical strategies for attendance teams, focusing on defined roles, data-driven decisions, and balancing individual and collective responsibilities, with tools like RaaWee K12 Attendance+ supporting these efforts.

Strategies for Attendance Teams

Dr. Wallace shared strategies that balance individual and team responsibilities. She highlighted the use of tools like RaaWeeK12 Attendance+ to support these efforts. Participants were encouraged to reflect on their team dynamics, focusing on voluntary participation, strong relationships, and clear roles beyond job titles.

Levels of Human Agency in Team Building

The discussion covered different levels of human agency: personal, collective, and shared. Dr. Wallace emphasized the power of collective impact in improving student learning and teacher effectiveness. A case study showcased data-driven problem-solving, stressing the need for clear interventions and accountability.

Strategic Alignment for Attendance Improvement

Dr. Wallace noted that when teams align strategically, small efforts can lead to major improvements in attendance management.

Utilizing RaaWee K12 Attendance+

Dr. Wallace introduced RaaWee K12 Attendance+ as a useful tool for analyzing attendance data. She encouraged its use for better decision-making. She also discussed the locus of control, urging teams to focus on areas they can change, rather than getting overwhelmed by larger societal issues.

Dr. Kim Wallace, EdD, Process Makes Perfect
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Kim Wallace, Professional Educational Consultant & Author at Process Makes Perfect

Born and raised in an educator household, Dr. Kim Wallace started her own career in public education 30 years ago as a high school English and history teacher before becoming a site principal and district office administrator. Her most recent K-12 role was as superintendent of one of the 20 largest school districts in California. 

Kim joined the UC Berkeley School of Education Leadership Programs division as the Associate Director of the 21st Century California School Leadership Academy (21CSLA) State Center in 2020. She also runs her own consulting company Process Makes Perfect, specializing in real world solutions for practitioners in the field. Kim consults, writes, and presents internationally on systems change and emerging trends in educational leadership. An award-winning, innovative educator, Kim leverages her abilities in educational administration, program management, and relationship development to optimize institutional effectiveness and deliver remarkable results.

Dr. Wallace’s book Leading the Launch: A Ten-Stage Process for Successful School District Initiatives was published by Solution Tree Press in 2021, followed by Leading Through an Equity Lens in 2023. Her upcoming book, Gamechanging Leadership in Action: An Educator’s Companion is in production with Routledge/Taylor & Francis (Fall 2025). Kim attended the University of California Santa Barbara for her undergraduate degree in history. She then earned her Master’s in Education (M.Ed.) at the University of California Los Angeles and culminated her educational goals with a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) from the University of California Davis.

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The meeting discussed the HEB ISD’s truancy prevention and student success initiatives. Key points included the district’s demographics and graduation rate. The truancy process involves warning letters, parent contacts, and administrative conferences, escalating to court referrals at 13 unexcused absences. Serving 22,837 students, the district uses the RaaWee K12 Attendance+ system tools for tracking and emphasizes timely interventions, community service, and character education programs to improve attendance and achievement.

Chronic Absenteeism & Truancy Interventions

The state-mandated truancy plan includes warning letters at three unexcused absences, parent contact, and student-administrator conferences. At six absences, a parent conference is held, and intervention programs are considered. Nine absences result in in-school suspension (ISS), and at thirteen, the truancy department may refer the case to court, prioritizing family support before legal action. This proactive approach aims to combat chronic absenteeism and ensure students remain engaged in their education.

Elementary students follow a similar process, with tardiness cases escalating from parent contact at five tardies to potential court filing at 30. The truancy department engages families through phone calls, home visits, and campus support to address chronic absenteeism early on.

Community Involvement in Attendance Awareness

Community involvement includes food drives, mobile pantries, and the TEAMS character education program. Retired professionals counsel at-risk families, and Hope Academy provides alternative learning environments.

Ongoing Support and Student Engagement

Best practices include a “hero board” to promote punctuality, door hangers for outreach, and rigorous documentation via RaaWee K12 Attendance+ system tools. The department monitors attendance trends, tracks sibling comparisons, and emphasizes swift intervention for better outcomes.

Regular follow-ups ensure effective chronic absenteeism prevention, keeping students engaged and in school.

Xavier Warren, Truancy Officer, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD, TX
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Xavier Warren, Truancy Officer, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD, TX. 

Xavier Warren is a dedicated professional in the Truancy Department at Hurst-Euless-Bedford Independent School District, focused on improving student attendance and fostering accountability. Committed to educational equity, he addresses barriers to truancy, ensuring all students have the chance to succeed.

Through proactive communication and targeted interventions, Xavier collaborates with families, teachers, and community stakeholders to develop effective strategies that promote regular attendance. His expertise in building relationships has positively impacted student engagement and academic success.

Additionally, Xavier serves as the current president and has served as past treasurer of the Texas Association of Truancy & Dropout Prevention (TATDP), committed to best practice networking with his fellow professionals.

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Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty

Dr. Carolyn Gentle-Genitty, founder, lead consultant, and Chief Education Officer for Pivot Attendance Solutions, has inspired many administrators, educators, students, and school social workers as a past chair of the school’s concentration Masters Curriculum, tenured professor, and Director of the Bachelors for Social Work Program. Having worked closely with Indiana Department of Education to assist school counselors in acquiring a school counselor license and coordinating curriculum mapping and application, she knows the intricacies of working with school-community partnerships. She has been a forerunner in responding to school absenteeism, truancy, and social bonding. She has over 30 years in youth development, 20 years in dropout and truancy and more specifically she brings over 12 years studying, researching, presenting, and writing about absenteeism locally, nationally, and internationally. In the US she is a leader in absenteeism and understanding school attendance problems and translating such into practice models for implementation. She is forging partnerships in colleges to establish the area as a formal field of study.

Dr. Kim Wallace

Dr. Kim Wallace, professional education consultant with Process Makes Perfect, and author of Leading the Launch, published by Solution Tree in September 2021, outlines a field-tested ten-stage process for successfully vetting and sustaining new initiatives in schools and districts. Dr. Wallace’s book shares a developed structure to regulate programs, protocols, and adoptions districtwide. This process was the result of her career in public education of almost three decades, starting as a high school teacher and instructional coach before moving into site administration. After earning her doctorate from UC Davis in 2012, Kim was promoted to Director of Instructional Technology in Davis, CA and then Assistant Superintendent of Instruction in Fremont, CA. In 2017, she became the superintendent of Fremont Unified—one of the top twenty largest districts in California—where Kim discovered a true passion for creating systems to navigate organizational progress. A deft strategist and expert who has served in four diverse districts, Dr. Wallace believes that her “personal and professional purpose is helping educators (re)claim their power to positively transform our schools and districts from the inside out.”

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