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The Voice of Wakefield High School

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Four-day school weeks are the buzz as of late, especially among high school students. Their reimplementation would significantly improve the school system as a whole.

Is the four-day school week worth it?

Abby Zimmerman, Co-Opinions Editor October 23, 2024

As a high school student, I often find myself burnt out by the end of a long week, the intensity of the last five days leaving me exhausted. Despite having additional time to rest over the weekend, I often...

Sam Kuhlemeier works quietly in class while her teacher is away administering the Practice ACT. Kuhlemeier uses the free period to catch up on Chemistry homework.

Four-day school weeks: a possible solution to teacher retention

Katie Spampinato, News Editor December 4, 2023

As schools across the nation grapple with teacher shortages, one solution being explored is a four-day school week. With 900 school districts operating on a shortened week, working educators, administrators...

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