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Stafford board reviews calendar survey; most respondents oppose extending the school year
Summary
Staff presented survey results used to shape the 2026–27 academic calendar: most stakeholders preferred keeping the current start date and 180-day structure; 72% said an extended year would negatively affect families, though nearly half supported additional early-release collaboration time for staff.
District staff presented survey results on options for the 2026–27 academic calendar and how the district might balance instructional time, professional planning days and family needs.
The committees outreach included ParentSquare and targeted outreach to staff; results showed a plurality favoring the current start date and calendar structure.…
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