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Citing economic woes, school districts across the country this year are cutting back on summer school, and in some cases, even eliminating summer school. This is occurring even though research over the past several decades has demonstrated that achievement levels slip over a summer vacation. This effect is especially pronounced for students from low-income households.

Secretary of Education Arne Duncan has urged schools to use part of the stimulus money they receive to keep summer school going. However, many districts regard summer school as a frill, and are spending stimulus money in other ways.

You might think that students are ecstatic at the prospect of no summer school. This is not the case, however. Many students look to summer school to get remedial help, make up credits, get some required courses out of the way, and participate in fund and enriching experiences.

Please share your thoughts about summer school.