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Four-day school week growing in the U.S.

There is a growing trend in the U.S. of schools switching to a four-day week.


Hundreds have shaved a day off their schedule and added an extra hour to each day.

It began as a way of cutting costs during a budget crisis, but educators say it is actually having a positive effect on learning.

The allure of 3-day weekends is helping to attract better teachers.

Attendance is also up and students are receiving better marks.

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