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Board approves teachers' contract and two‑year calendar after extended debate over lost student days and instructional hours
Summary
The board voted 7–2 to approve the Chambersburg Area Education Association contract and a two‑year school calendar (2026–27/2027–28). Debate centered on whether removing eight student days in favor of 15‑minute daily extensions and other schedule shifts yields net instructional gains (administration says +36 hours). Several board members opposed the measure citing concerns for early grades and student access.
The Chambersburg Area School District board approved the Chambersburg Area Education Association collective bargaining agreement and a proposed two‑year academic calendar after extended public and board debate.
Administration said the contract resulted from a months‑long bargaining process and noted the CAEA had already ratified the agreement. Several board members thanked negotiators and teachers for their work. Opponents of an immediate vote said the contract is tied directly to the proposed 2026–27…
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