The Mehlville school district recently announced it is adding Eid as an official holiday in the 2022-2023 school year. It might be the first district in Missouri to do so. Officials say about 20% have missed school on Eid in years past.

Monday, May 2, 2022 - Muslim families celebrate Mehlville’s decision to make Eid a school holiday

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Monday, May 2, 2022 - Muslim families celebrate Mehlville’s decision to make Eid a school holiday

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