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Claymont board approves new 2026–27 school start and dismissal times
Summary
The Claymont City Board approved new daily start and end times for each school for the 2026–27 year, setting staggered schedules intended to improve transportation efficiency. The board said it will monitor the change and revisit if needed.
The Claymont City School District Board of Education approved revised student instructional times for the 2026–27 school year, setting High School hours at 7:40–2:40, Middle School 7:50–2:50, Elementary 8:05–3:05 and Primary 8:15–3:15. The change, approved after discussion with Transportation and Cafeteria Supervisor Eric Henry, is intended to relieve bussing conflicts and better support after‑school activities.
Superintendent Brian Rentsch and board members said the district will implement the schedule and monitor its effects on transportation and extracurricular participation. The decision followed a motion to pull the item from consent for separate consideration; the board voted in favor on roll call. The board framed the action as an operational adjustment rather than a long-term policy change and indicated staff will report back on outcomes.
