Article: DPS eyes plan for pregnant students New moms could get 4 to 6 weeks off school by studying from home.(News)

Byline: Nancy Mitchell , Rocky Mountain News

Denver Public Schools officials are putting together guidance for schools on the attendance of pregnant students, crafting a plan expected to give them four to six weeks after childbirth to recover.

The new mothers would be expected to complete work from home to keep up with their classmates.

"We're all in agreement we want these young ladies back in school and catching up," said DPS board president Theresa Pena. "We also need to be very mindful of the time they need for bonding with their babies and for healing."

Board members sought the clarification after hearing complaints that new moms ...

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