Year-Round School Keeps Kids Learning | Columbus News

While most kids are still basking in summer, students at Woodcrest Elementary in Columbus are already back in class—thanks to a year-round schedule designed to combat the dreaded “summer slide.” Parents like Martina Taylor praise the setup for boosting retention and family bonding through shorter, more frequent breaks. Principal Yolanda Cooper adds that teachers benefit too, getting regular nine-week breaks to fight burnout and stay longer in the classroom. And for families? Those staggered breaks mean less crowded, cheaper trips—like a September getaway. It’s a smarter, more balanced approach to learning and life. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3dee98bdb6e8a696