Board highlights: estimated 94% graduation rate and strong athletics year

Dr. Amorously told the board the district estimates a graduation rate of about 94 percent and noted that alternate diplomas account for roughly 1 percentage point of that figure. He said staff member Jennifer Stein has been working to reconcile district transcripts with state DOE records after finding discrepancies in accountability data.

A board member reporting on athletics summarized a successful spring season: the baseball program was sectional champion (20–8 record), girls track posted strong results with regional qualifiers and conference successes, and girls tennis reached the regional/state stage with a conference MVP. The board noted an academic highlight: the softball team posted a team GPA of 3.68.

Individual honors were also recognized: Eliana Gross was invited to an All‑Star game and was named Athlete of the Year by a regional outlet; the district announced six inductees into its Athletics Hall of Fame. Board members credited coaches, community sponsors and volunteers for supporting events and for higher community attendance at recent games.

Board discussion emphasized community engagement, promotion of girls’ sports and continued support for facilities and events. No formal policy changes were taken during the report portion; athletics-related facility or budget decisions would appear on future agendas if pursued.