An Act relative to school start times for middle and high school students
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to establish later start times for middle and high schools in Massachusetts. It seeks to align school schedules with the biological needs of adolescents, potentially improving student health, academic performance, and overall well-being. The bill proposes a shift in the traditional school start times, recognizing the impact of sleep patterns on student success. It’s intended to create a more conducive learning environment for students.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to study the feasibility of later school start times.
- Directs the Department to develop recommendations for schools to adjust their schedules.
- Encourages schools to consider the impact of later start times on extracurricular activities and transportation.
- Promotes collaboration between schools, parents, and students in determining appropriate start times.
- Requires schools to report on the implementation and effects of any changes to school start times.
Who is affected
- Middle school students
- High school students
- Parents of middle and high school students
- School administrators
- Educators
Notable changes
- The bill proposes a shift in the traditional school start times.
- It emphasizes aligning school schedules with adolescent sleep patterns.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
Zorianna Petrosyan
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