On June 1, 2022, the GSDAS Board voted to implement a Michigan Conference pilot program designed to enhance the quality of teacher planning and school family/spiritual life: a four-day school week. A study of student test scores reveals that students benefit academically from the four day school week.
To meet the hour/day requirement, school hours on Monday-Thursday will be slightly adjusted. School will begin at 8:00 AM, and will end at 3:30 PM.
What does Friday look like?
- Friday is a planning/grading day for teachers and a flex day for families.
- This gives students time for
- hobbies
- work experience
- service activities
- Sabbath preparation
- doctor’s appointments
- family events
- constructive play*
- Families may request additional academic work for their children on Fridays.
- This gives students time for
*Playtime between learning times helps students process what they have learned. Please note that screen time does NOT count as play time.