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Chesterfield Schools Passes on Diwali; Families Keep Fighting
Chesterfield County Schools rejected calls to include Diwali on the 2027-2028 calendar, but Hindu and Sikh families say they're continuing to push the district for recognition of the major holiday.
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Parent pushes to add Diwali as school holiday
A Chesterfield County parent has launched a campaign to add Diwali as an official school holiday, arguing the recognition is needed for educational equity as neighboring districts already observe the Hindu festival.