News’ Naomi Keitt is taking a closer look at how the new hybrid academic calendar will impact Broken Arrow families. She talked with the superintendent about the changes.

District leaders had conducted a months-long study into whether a four-day school week would help attract and retain teachers amid Oklahoma’s chronic teacher shortage. #oklaed

BAPS says the schedule reduces distance learning days from eight to six. Elementary students will have earlier release times next year and additional breaks in the second semester to support student and staff mental health.

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