I was surprised that 80% of Chinatown's P.S. 130 have been absent on the Chinese New Year. 14% of NYC students are Asian.

Of course the challenge is the state requires 180 days of instruction, and the current school year is 182-183 days per year. Where do you get the extra days for the holiday?

Reference:
http://www.dnainfo.com/new-york/20140418/chinatown/lunar-new-year-muslim-holidays-wont-be-added-school-calendar-this-year

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