Spring HIll ISD to begin half-day Fridays

LONGVIEW — Spring Hill ISD is going to a four-and-a half-day school week for the rest of the school year. According to our news partner KETK, the school board approved the decision Monday night. District leaders say, the new plan goes into effect beginning with half-day Friday’s starting on Oct. 9th. Superintendent Wayne Guidry said in a statement, “The vision of Spring Hill ISD is to be a premier school district focused on engaged learning and student success. The action taken by the board is an aggressive step to assure that we continue striving to make this vision a reality.”

The goal is to give teachers more time to prepare lessons and cover more content with their students. The district also sent a survey to parents, and 89% of those who responded were in favor of the new calendar, according to the Spring Hill ISD. Campuses will also have afternoon instruction for students who need to stay at school until 3:25 p.m. The school will also provide transportation at mid-day and again at 3:25 p.m. for these students.