A Resolution urging school districts to adopt later secondary school start times.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This resolution urges Pennsylvania’s school districts to consider and adopt later secondary school start times. The resolution cites research indicating that adolescents need 8-10 hours of sleep, and that current start times in Pennsylvania are too early, leading to widespread sleep deprivation among students. Later start times are linked to improved academic performance, better student safety, and reduced mental health issues. Several schools and states have already successfully implemented later start times, and the resolution suggests potential economic benefits for the state.
Key provisions
- Urges school districts to consider later secondary school start times.
- References research showing adolescents need 8-10 hours of sleep.
- Highlights that 84% of Pennsylvania students are not getting adequate sleep.
- Points to the success of later start times in other schools and states.
- Encourages collaboration between schools, health professionals, educators, and parents.
- Asks the Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency to provide resources and support.
- Suggests public education campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of sleep.
- References a 2019 report recommending delaying secondary school start times.
Who is affected
- School districts in Pennsylvania
- Students in Pennsylvania
- Parents of students in Pennsylvania
- Educators in Pennsylvania
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- Pn 2036 Html
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Christopher Rabb
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