Alabama bill could extend the public school year

ALABAMA (WHNT) — A new education bill introduced earlier this month could not only extend the academic year for public schools in Alabama but provide additional funding for those that participate.

House Bill 333 (HB 333) would establish the Alabama Modified School Calendar Grant Program, which would distribute more funds for school districts that choose to extend their calendar year by a minimum of 30 extra instructional days.

Sponsored by Representatives Terri Collins, R-Decatur, and Danny Garrett, R-Trussville, the goal would be to help students avoid "summertime learning loss," along with more opportunities in schools and helping working families struggling with child care during the summer months.

There have already been several school districts across the country that have adopted the "year-round school calendars," including Read Entire Article