Shortened school year shortchanges students, report says
10/31/2011New report warns shorter school year would hurt low-income, other students
10/31/2011
Source: San Jose Mercury News
Shortening the instructional calendar is helping school districts in San Mateo County and across the state balance their tight budgets. But that strategy is stunting the progress of students, particularly those who are from low-income families or learning English as a second language, a new report said.
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Fierce advocates for the high academic achievement of all students – particularly those of color or living in poverty.
