Pennsylvania is exploring the possibility of implementing a 4-day school week. The proposal suggests students would attend school either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday, with longer school days to compensate for the fewer days. While this may sound appealing to students, particularly those in middle and high school, there are various concerns to consider. Extended school days may strain students’ attention spans and pose challenges for after-school activities and sports. Younger students may also face challenges with supervision on the day off from school. Additionally, working parents would need to consider reformed workplace hours or juggling childcare and work from home. It’s important to note that some states that have implemented 4-day school weeks have reported declines in student test scores in math and reading.