For years, many people involved in the school community, teachers and students alike, have argued that school should begin later in the day. There are many pro’s and con’s when it comes to this area of discussion, because of both the positive and negative aspects that would follow such changes within the school system. Many students believe that beginning school later in the day would lead to improvement in their learning and listening capabilities, due to the fact that they have obtained more sleep and are therefore now more awake, and their brains more active. It would also allow for the students to stay up later if necessary for work, homework, extra curriculars, etc. Many teachers believe, and research has shown, that starting school at
