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District teachers and administrators propose weekly 40‑minute Monday early release for professional learning; district will survey families
Summary
A committee of DEC representatives and district staff recommended a 40‑minute Monday early‑release model for most schools and full‑day releases for Park/JEH, with more community outreach before implementation in 2026–27.
A district committee made up of teachers, union representatives and administrators presented a consolidated plan on June 2 for weekly professional learning that would replace the district's existing half‑day Wednesdays and twice‑monthly after‑school meetings. The group recommended a 40‑minute early release on Mondays for elementary, magnet, middle and Rice schools and a small set of full‑day releases for Park and JEH early‑childhood programs.
Committee members said the model increases regular team planning time while reducing the number of extended…
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