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More School Districts count on a 4 day school week to attract and retain teachers

By Nicole Grundmeier
Published October 21, 2025 at 4:51 PM EDT

Just over half the states in the U.S. have schools that operate on a 4 day/per week schedule. Their numbers continue to climb. It's an effort by schools to attract and retain teachers.

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Nicole Grundmeier