Start/End Times Listening Session - February 27, 2018
Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Proposed school start and end time changes
Analysis of student sleep research
Three-tier bus transportation proposal
Impact on extracurriculars and athletics
Financial implications of bus fleet expansion
Parental concerns regarding safety and scheduling
Notable Quotes (3)
The research shows that the teens received fewer than seven hours per school night when their needs for sleep are sitting at about nine or ten hours.
Student health and sleep researchOpening presentation on why the board is considering a schedule shift.
The biggest changes home competitions now become early releases for us.
Athletics and schedulingDiscussing impact of the proposed 4:05 PM dismissal time on student-athletes.
It becomes a challenge to fund because it's out of the general fund.
District budget and bus fundingExplaining why adding 14 buses is not a simple budgetary task.
People (6)
John SheltonSuperintendent of Schools
Lead presenter explaining the proposal and responding to public questions.
Wallen FreedmanChair
Moderating public comment section and board proceedings.
ValDirector of Community Education
Addressing middle school after-school activity programming.
TroyAthletic Director
Addressing the impact of schedule changes on athletics.
MargoUnspecified
Providing financial analysis regarding transportation and buses.
DavidUnspecified
Consultant on transportation logistics and industry standards.
Places Mentioned
Edina Public SchoolsSouth ViewValley ViewNormandaleOur Lady of Grace
Events & Meetings (1)
- March 19th - Date slated for board decision on start times