One of mid-Missouri’s fastest-growing school districts is considering the possibility of a four-day school week starting with the 2026-2027 school year.
The Southern Boone R-1 district in Ashland says this is part of a broader initiative to address teacher recruitment and retention, promote work-life balance and to enhance student engagement and well-being.
Southern Boone R-1 superintendent Dr. Tim Roth says exploring a four-day school week is about recognizing the challenges of today’s educational environment while continuing to prioritize student learning. Superintendent Roth emphasizes that the district is doing surveys for both staff and parents and that no changes will be made for the upcoming school year this fall.
