Early release Fridays? Austin ISD considers proposed schedule change

AUSTIN (KXAN) — TGIF: Austin ISD students might see a few shortened Fridays this spring, following a proposal floated by district officials Thursday.In a family newsletter, AISD outlined options for early release Fridays due to challenges teachers are facing, referring to the early releases as opportunities to "provide additional support" to teachers as they navigate the spring semester. COVID-19 AND SCHOOLS: Round Rock ISD group urges TEA to give more control to school districts"Our teach