Four-Day School Week Trial

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

一个农村学区宣布，计划明年试行每周四天的上课制。

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

学生每天的上课时间会略微延长，以补足课时。

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

学区官员表示，这一变化有助于吸引并留住经验丰富的教师。

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

支持者还指出，这样可以降低交通和能源成本。

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

不过，一些家长担心多出来的休息日找不到人照看孩子。

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

学区将在下个月召开公开会议，然后再做出最终决定。