Teachers, families and students in Missouri's Independence School District are adjusting to a four-day school week this year. Superintendent Dr. Dale Herl said data shows benefits to the shorter school week, but opinions from parents and staff are mixed.

Independence schools leader upbeat on 4-day weeks. Some teachers and parents have doubts

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Independence schools leader upbeat on 4-day weeks. Some teachers and parents have doubts

Independence schools leader upbeat on 4-day weeks. Some teachers and parents have doubts

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