2024-25 School Start Times review

Information night, Mar. 4

 

Why consider a change to school start times?


Sleep is critically important for all students, and you may have noticed an increasing number of school districts are changing start times. This change is meant to address the growing scientific research and evidence that indicates high school students require more sleep and would benefit from starting their day later in the morning.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) published a position statement in 2014, stating that middle schools and high schools should begin no earlier than 8:30 a.m.

Timeline for consideration

SCSD timeline for consideration

If approved, the district would implement the change, beginning the 2026-27 school year. This timeline allows for planning, preparation and communication.

Presentations

 
SST Committee

 Fall 2024
 Spring 2024
 Sept. 2023