School report card data from the Illinois State Board of Education has been the topic of discussion for State superintendents. 

Mary Vogt, Bement Schools Superintendent, indicates that all three of the district's buildings received the rating of "Commendable." This means they fell into the largest category of schools, falling short of the top ten percent, but grading higher than the bottom six percent. She notes they scored particularly well in high school science. 

Vogt says the district has been consistent when it comes to scoring well on the yearly data. However, she indicates that chronic absenteeism has been an area of improvement, and feels for families who are frustrated with mixed messaging from districts when it comes to keeping sick students home this winter season.  

Many superintendents have shared frustrations with how the school report card data represents schools. Vogt echoes that sentiment and states that due to their small population, they don't always receive information on every category. 

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