Panorama School District Celebrates Graduation Rate Increase

Superintendent highlights 98% graduation rate, well above state average

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:30pm

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The Panorama School Board met for their April meeting, where Superintendent Kasey Huebner shared the good news that the district's graduation rate has increased significantly in recent years, now sitting at 98% - well above the state average of 88%. The board also discussed other positive updates, including a team competing at the Conference Academic Bowl and the senior class taking a trip to Chicago.

Why it matters

Improving graduation rates is a key priority for school districts, as it indicates students are successfully completing their education and preparing for the next stage of their lives. Panorama's high graduation numbers demonstrate the district's commitment to supporting student success.

The details

Superintendent Huebner reported that Panorama's graduation rate has risen from 94% to 98% over the last three years, a substantial increase. The board also discussed other recent achievements, including a team competing at the Conference Academic Bowl and the senior class taking a trip to Chicago. In addition to the graduation rate update, the board approved several administrative items such as a school budget resolution, a roof replacement contract, and agreements with community partners.

  • The Panorama School Board met in regular session for April on Monday.

The players

Kasey Huebner

Superintendent of the Panorama School District.

Panorama School Board

The governing body of the Panorama School District.

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What they’re saying

“We're sitting at a 98 percent graduation rate, which is really, really good. The state average is sitting at 88 percent. So well above the average there. (The) last three years we've been working, really to go from 94 percent to 98 percent. And that's a pretty big jump there the last three years. So our staff work hard to make sure kids are getting their diplomas.”

— Kasey Huebner, Superintendent

The takeaway

Panorama School District's impressive graduation rate increase demonstrates the district's commitment to student success and preparing young people for the next stage of their lives. This achievement highlights the hard work of the district's staff and the positive impact they are having on the community.