We know the idea of a 4-day school week is a controversial topic, with strong feelings on both sides. At Commerce Public Schools, we value every voice and understand that this decision would impact our students, families, and staff in different ways.
Here’s a glimpse of what our 288 respondents had to say:
Supportive Quotes:
“I would love the 4 days a week, it will work greatly for my family.”
“Every person I have visited with that has a 4-day week loves it.”
“I would love to have a 4-day week. If Commerce doesn’t adopt it, we will transfer our students to a school that does.”
“Make it happen!”
Opposed Quotes:
“I feel like 3-day weekends will make it harder to remember what they were studying the week before.”
“I do not think it’s a smart decision.”
“That is a bad idea all around.”
“Most doctor’s offices don’t see patients on Fridays. I believe Monday is a far better day off for appointments.”
Survey Results:
On the overall impact of a 4-day school week to families:
53% feel it would have a mostly positive impact
31% are neutral
16% feel it would have a mostly negative impact
On whether they support Commerce Public Schools moving to a 4-day school week:
48.4% are very supportive
14.6% are somewhat supportive
11.8% are neutral
9.1% are somewhat opposed
16% are strongly opposed
If Commerce adopted a 4-day school week, which day would respondents prefer to have off?
59.5% prefer Friday
37.6% prefer Monday
2.9% prefer Wednesday
We appreciate everyone who took the time to complete the survey and provide valuable feedback. Your input has given us a better understanding of what our community thinks and has helped guide our discussions.
If you have not participated in the survey and would like the opportunity, the survey is still available and open here: Survey Link
As we continue to explore the possibility of a 4-day school week, we will carefully consider all perspectives to ensure we make the best decision for the future of Commerce Public Schools.
Thank you again for sharing your thoughts!