Thunder Ridge board discusses four-day school week to help staffing and morale
Board President Staci Foreman and board member Bridget Wyrill presented a proposal for a four-day school week at a special USD #110 meeting, arguing it could aid staff recruitment and reduce burnout; community members raised concerns about pay, child care, sports and academic impact. No policy vote was taken.
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President Staci Foreman and board member Bridget Wyrill presented information about a possible four-day school week for USD #110 Thunder Ridge Schools at a special meeting on April 20, 2026. Foreman opened the discussion at 6:30 p.m. and, with Wyrill, said "They believe implementing it would be an effective way to help with staff recruitment and retention, improve staff and student attendance, prevent burnout, and provide an overall boost to morale." The presentation compared the pros and cons of a Monday–Thursday calendar versus a Tuesday–Friday calendar.
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