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Enschede school stays open longer as parents choose their own vacation days

Enschede school stays open longer as parents choose their own vacation days

Public primary school La Res in Enschede has extended its school year for dozens of students who took leave outside of scheduled vacation periods. Parents opted for this flexible scheduling to save on travel costs during peak holiday seasons.

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