Is It Time for a Change?
There is a growing movement across the country to hold classes year round. There are many reasons, including student achievement, efficient building use, and the need for childcare for working parents.
Traditionalists counter that the extended summer vacation allows older students a chance to have jobs, supports resident camps, and gives children a chance to relax and be children that they so desparately need.
What's your opinion? You can express yourself here, and you can also find information and other websites that support or counter the trend.
Join the discussion!
Which Is Better?
Traditional or Year-Round School Schedules?
What's your opinion? Add your two cents' worth right here. Should we stick with the traditional fall/winter/spring school schedule, or is it time for a change?
The Pros
These sites offer support for year-round school. Add your favorites, and don't forget to vote!
Color card stock 8.5 x 11 - School printing
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NewsHour Extra: Year-Round Schooling - August 8, 2001
A balanced look at the positive and the not-so-pos more...0 points
Welcome to NAYRE
Home of the National Association of Year-Round Edu more...0 points
The Cons
Please post links here that support the traditional school year. Which are best? Vote for your favorites!
Year-round Schools Don't Boost Learning, Study Finds
Students in "year-round" schools don't l more...0 points
http://www.auburn.edu/~enebasa/html/home.pp.html
Information from a local coalition to defeat year- more...0 points
Debate Topic: Year Round School | eThemes | eMINTS
These sites explore the advantages and disadvantag more...0 points
How Did It Start?
Now that most of us are no longer farmers, the schedule lingers on. Is it time for a change? Let your voice be heard!
