Wayne County, Pennsylvania

The Iron County School Board in Utah voted 4-3 on August 25 to move to a four-day school week starting in the 2027-2028 school year, with an option to delay the change by a year if needed. The board also adjusted the 2026-2027 calendar to move graduation so it doesn't conflict with high school sports playoffs. Total instructional time will stay the same, with hours from the fifth day redistributed across the remaining four, requiring teachers to rework schedules.

Iron County already received state approval and will become the largest Utah county to adopt the schedule, following smaller rural counties like Piute and Wayne. Superintendent Lance Hatch cited survey data showing majority support among students, parents, and staff. Supporters argue the change reduces fatigue, cuts wasted half-days, and could improve behavior and test scores, while opponents raised concerns about childcare, lost meals for low-income students, and hourly bus drivers who oppose losing a workday.