Starting in the 2025–26 school year, California school districts can claim ADA through Attendance Recovery (AR) programs. It’s a major shift—and a major opportunity. This significant change underscores precisely why Attendance Recovery Is the ADA Strategy for the future. But with this new funding stream comes a familiar challenge: how do you run high-quality, compliant programming that students actually attend?
At Kodely, we work directly with districts to build Attendance Recovery programs that meet every legal requirement while keeping students excited to learn. Here’s what you need to know—and how we can help.
What Is Attendance Recovery?
Attendance Recovery is a new pathway for California districts to offset absences and reclaim ADA by offering supplementary instructional time outside the regular school day.
According to the California Department of Education, AR programs must:
- Be voluntary (except for certain truants)
- Be led by certificated staff
- Meet minimum instructional minute requirements
- Include standards-aligned, educational content
- Operate before or after school, on weekends, or during intersession
- Maintain documentation for audits
In short, AR is an ADA-generating opportunity—but only if it’s done right.
The Cost of Not Acting
Every day a student misses class is lost funding. For large districts, that adds up to millions in unclaimed ADA annually. Without a recovery plan, these dollars are gone for good.
AR gives districts a way to get that funding back—if they build compliant systems that students show up for.
Why Kodely Is the Partner for AR Success
Kodely offers turnkey Attendance Recovery programming that meets all compliance criteria, and we handle the heavy lifting—from instruction to documentation.
Here’s what sets us apart:
1. Hands-On Programs Students Actually Want to Attend
We combine STEM, art, movement, and media into high-interest sessions that make AR feel more like discovery than remediation.
Examples:
- Tech & Game Design Club: Build browser-based games
- Eco Engineering: Design wind-powered vehicles
- Podcast Studio: Plan, record, and publish original audio stories
- Movement Lab: Practice global sports and team challenges
2. Compliant and Audit-Ready from Day One
Every program is built to comply with Education Code 46211, including:
- Supervision by certificated staff
- Documented instructional minutes
- Clear participation logs
- Standards-aligned lesson plans
We provide your district with a digital audit binder—so when the time comes, your team is ready.
3. Flexible Formats That Fit Your Needs
Whether your AR strategy includes after-school, weekends, or intersession, we deliver programs that fit your calendar.
Sample Use Cases:
- 4-week Saturday Recovery Block
- 10-day Spring Break Academic & Wellness Camp
- Twice-weekly After-School Innovation Lab
4. No Extra Work for Teachers
We supply the trained staff, materials, lesson plans, and compliance tracking. Your existing teachers don’t have to take on extra prep or supervision duties.
Districts can recover funding without overloading their workforce.
5. Proven Track Record with California Districts
Kodely works with school systems across the state to deliver standards-aligned enrichment in compliance with state instructional requirements.
Our programs are trusted by districts who care about student outcomes—and the funding that makes them possible.
Don’t Leave ADA on the Table
Attendance Recovery is more than a program—it’s a strategy. This is precisely why Attendance Recovery Is the ADA Strategy for districts looking ahead. With the right partner, you can unlock funding, re-engage students, and ensure compliance in one seamless solution.
Let Kodely help your district build an Attendance Recovery model that works.
Contact us today at www.kodely.com to get started.