Spainhour said the planning for the program was ample, affording all of those with questions plenty of time to get answers about the program. Fewer than 20 students have been transferred to a different school because of the extended-year schedule. This is really a small number for that school. The opportunity is one many parents probably want to consider, she said. I wish my children would have had the opportunity for year-round school.
Children lose a lot over the summer, during the two to three months.
This is a continuation of learning. They can be keeping up with materials throughout the year. A few years ago, the county might have tried to patch up the shelter, but it is now trying to build a new one. Plans have been drawn, site work has started, and the new shelter could be open by the end of this year. What we're trying to do is hold on until we get the new shelter built.