Four-Day School Week Trial

A rural school district has announced plans to trial a four-day school week next year.

一個鄉村學區宣布，計畫明年試辦每週上四天課的制度。

Students would attend classes for slightly longer each day to make up the time.

學生每天的上課時間會稍微拉長，以補足課時。

District officials say the change could help attract and keep experienced teachers.

學區官員表示，這項改變有助於吸引並留住經驗豐富的老師。

Supporters also point out that it would reduce transportation and energy costs.

支持者也指出，這樣可以降低交通和能源成本。

However, some parents are concerned about finding childcare on the extra day off.

不過，有些家長擔心多出來的休假日找不到人照顧孩子。

The district will hold a public meeting next month before making a final decision.

學區將在下個月舉行公開會議，再做出最後決定。