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To the victors go the permission slips: Houston ISD cancels classes Friday for Astros' victory parad
To the victors go the permission slips: Houston ISD cancels classes Friday for Astros' victory paradeThe Houston Astros weren't the only winners after their 5-1 Game 7 victory in the World Series on Wednesday.
Students in Houston ISD won something nearly as precious: permission to play hooky.
Houston ISD, the state's largest school district with 215,000 students, will be closed Friday, allowing students and staff to revel in the title.
The district issued a press release, inviting those who would have normally been at school to instead "enjoy the festivities and parade to celebrate our World Series Champions."
Read more: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/education/2017/11/02/victors-go-permission-slips-houston-isd-cancels-classes-friday-astros-victory-parade