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Board debates TIME extended-year pilot; proponents cite learning gains, trustees raise cost and logistics concerns
Summary
Administrators proposed a TIME (Time Invested for Meaningful Education) pilot to extend the school year at one K—5 site to reduce learning loss; presenters said Title I and state support could cover early costs, while trustees raised objections on costs, summer break loss, teacher burnout and logistics.
Administrators introduced the TIME pilot (Time Invested for Meaningful Education) to the Granite School District Board on Nov. 18, describing a single-school, extended-year model targeted to at-risk K—5 students aimed at preventing summer learning loss and improving academic outcomes.
Dr. Nerdin opened the presentation by explaining the concept and the research rationale. "TIME project stands for Time Invested for Meaningful Education," Dr. Nerdin said, and added the pilot is "not summer school" but rather an academic calendar modification for one pilot school. Administrators…
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