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Independence board approves press release backing four‑day school week ahead of ballot

Independence Board of Education · October 14, 2025
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The Independence Board of Education voted to approve a district press release supporting the four‑day instructional week and to urge support of the related ballot measure after a presentation that tied recruitment and APR gains to the schedule; some members said more multi‑year academic data and better community engagement are needed.

The Independence Board of Education voted to approve a factual press release supporting the district’s four‑day instructional week and to encourage community support for the related ballot measure.

Superintendent Dr. Grant presented the background and data the administration said supports the release, including statewide teacher pipeline figures and district results. “ISD’s APR results have had continuous improvement,” Dr. Grant said, noting APR percentages…

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