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New Broward school year kicks off with safety upgrades, 4-day weeks, and free meals
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· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on these changes and how they are being implemented are available from CBS News Miami, which has coverage of the first day of school and the reactions of students, staff, and the superintendent to the new policies.
Broward County public schools have started a new year with significant policy changes. Students are experiencing safety upgrades and other new measures. Some schools in the district are operating on a four-day week schedule.
Additionally, all students are receiving free breakfast. Stricter laws regarding buses are also in effect. Further details on these changes and how they are being implemented are available from CBS News Miami , which has coverage of the first day of school and the reactions of students, staff, and the superintendent to the new policies.
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Category: government Published: August 10, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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