Not much evidence shows that modified school calendars lead to better academic performance.
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Two education researchers reviewed the evidence on year-round school. Here is what they found.
Research is mixed about whether children lose learning during summer break.
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While many studies and news articles say children lose academically over the summer break, a researcher says the worries are exaggerated.
What struggles do black families face over the summer?
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Summer is not an idyllic time for all. Two researchers who are black and are parents to two black children describe why they feel the weight of the summer.