Dominican school year

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1Americano

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What months are Dominican children in school? I appreciate any information anybody can offer.
 
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Sarah

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September through May, same as USA, although depending on the school the children may only attend from 8am to noon, or 2pm to 6pm (approx.). There are several reasons for the shortened hours: too many children, not enough space, not enough teachers or other resources, children are needed at home to do chores, work in the fields with their parents, etc.
 
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DR1

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Most schools run from the first week of September through the second/third week of June. Some English language schools may run from late August through late May, though, but that is the exception. School is off from mid December through the first Monday after Epiphany Day.