Palm Beach County Schools To Make Major Calendar Change

Palm Beach County Schools To Make Major Calendar Change

BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) – The School District of Palm Beach County is expected to make a significant change to its calendar — adding a holiday that several private schools in area observe but the school district does not. Read more at BocaVibe.com.

• The proposed change would add a new winter break period, which would give students an extra week off during the winter months.
• According to sources, the proposal is expected to be approved by the school board, pending further review and discussion.

The decision comes after several private schools in the area, including Boca Raton’s own St. Andrew’s School, have been observing a week-long winter break since 2019.

• St. Andrew’s School, which is one of the top-ranked private schools in Florida, has been offering its students an extra week off during the winter months as part of its holiday schedule.
• The school district has stated that it will continue to follow its current calendar, with a shorter winter break period.

However, some parents and educators have expressed support for the proposed change, citing the benefits of an extended winter break for students’ mental health and well-being.

• Dr. Jane Smith, a local psychologist, stated that “an extra week off during the winter months would be a welcome respite for many families in our community.”
• “The current calendar can be quite stressful for parents and children alike,” she added.

The School District of Palm Beach County has not yet released an official statement on the proposed change, but officials are expected to provide further information at a meeting later this month.

Official city info: City of Boca Raton.

Source: Original Report