Lessons KIPP in Philadelphia has learned about how to use extra time
The KIPP charter chain is noted for adding instructional time. But in Philadelphia, they’ve made some adjustments and are attuned to the risk of teacher and student burnout.
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Nine-hour day is the norm – and a national model – at an Oakland middle school
Blending the regular school day and the after-school program sets apart Elmhurst Community Prep, a middle school in East Oakland that has expanded the school day for all students to 5 p.m. with a variety of after-school offerings, such as classes in robotics, music, dance and building self-confidence