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West Park Elementary kicked off its school year early—July 21st—in a tradition that’s served the Fresno farming community for over 130 years. With just 239 students, it’s a tight-knit family where the early start keeps kids energized, avoids burnout, and even boosts retention through frequent breaks. Superintendent Tamita Boyd and longtime dean Randy Randolph say the schedule works—and the district’s other charter schools will follow suit next month.

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