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Deputy superintendent explains how Richland 02 develops its school-year calendar

Richland 02 · January 7, 2026
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Marshlyn Franklin, deputy superintendent of Richland 02, described the district’s multi-step process: a diverse school-level committee drafts options after reviewing state requirements, partner groups weigh in, the field narrows choices to about three, and every employee and family votes; the top choice is presented to the school board.

Marshlyn Franklin, deputy superintendent of Richland 02, said the district’s school-year calendar is developed by a committee of school-level representatives rather than by district administrators.

"Our calendar is developed by a diverse committee of school level representatives," Franklin said, listing students, parents, classified employees, teachers and principals among the participants.

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