Absenteeism, poor scores affect Lincoln 7-8 accreditation

Issues with absenteeism and failing grades among Lincoln's Junior High School students has taken a toll on the middle school's accreditation status this spring, placing it in an "Advice" category, while both the High School and Elementary School have met the required performance standards and maintained their "Regular" accreditation.

Under the Administrative Rules of Montana Chapter 55, which sets...