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Make school hours shorter around the country for traditional and year round schools!

Created by Z.B. on April 21, 2015

One of the biggest drawbacks to an extended school day is unhappiness and discontent. Longer school days mean less time for other activities -- family time, recreation, exercise, sleep, philanthropic involvement and entertainment. According to Parents magazine, research has not established a clear link between extended school days and better test results or more positive learning environments. A school day that's too long often leads to frustration, tiredness and disappointment for everyone involved.

2.A longer school day means some students have to get on the bus earlier in the morning and won't return home until later in the afternoon. Some students, especially those in younger grades, might not get enough sleep as a result. Extracurricular activities start later, forcing middle school

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