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Volusia Schools says new chronic absenteeism initiative is working
Chronic absenteeism is a nation wide issue, including here in Volusia County. Last school year, 34% of students were labeled ...
Gun-detecting dog cracking down on weapons at Florida schools
WESH was on school grounds, and his handler, Deputy Tryo Akeley, showed us what he can do. Deputy Akeley planted an object that smelled like a gun in the school. Once K9 Maverick entered the room, it ...
Daytona Times1d
Volusia County Schools uses bikes to combat chronic absenteeism
Since the pandemic, schools across the country have been struggling with absenteeism. If a student misses at least 10% of the ...
Florida releases school districts' 2024 graduation rates. How do Volusia, Flagler compare?
Volusia County's graduation rate rose to 93.7% for the academic year that ended in 2024, according to newly released data.
Daytona Beach News-Journal on MSN10d
Volusia School Board member vows to stay despite Moms for Liberty chapter chair's threat
The Volusia County School Board member who apologized for controversial comments responds to a demand to resign or face ...
Florida high school student starts petition to end overdevelopment in Volusia
Bella Schwartz is urging others to sign the petition and voice support for a development moratorium in Volusia County.
The West Volusia Beacon3d
School Board Chair steps down from leadership
Volusia County School Board Member Jessie Thompson has stepped down from her position as chair. Board Member Jamie Haynes was ...