By Aneesa Khawaja, Staff Writer
In a shocking move, Howard County starting next semester will begin classes promptly at 3 am. The decision had been finalized after years of discussion on how to improve academic performance.
This has sparked outrage among parents and students alike, with many questioning the reasoning behind such an early start time. According to the school district’s superintendent, the decision was made after extensive research and consultation with the head of the softball coach. “We believe that an early start time will lead to improved academic performance and better overall outcomes for our students,” she said in a statement.
Many parents have expressed concern about the impact of such an early start time on their children’s health. Even some students have spoken out against the new start time. “I don’t think it’s fair that we have to wake up so early just because the school district thinks it’s good for us,” said one high school student. The school district has attempted to address these concerns by emphasizing the importance of a long restful night’s sleep.
They have also promised to provide students with nutritious breakfast options to help them start the day off right. Despite these efforts, many parents and students remain skeptical. Some have even organized protests outside the school, throwing confetti and holding signs. In response, the school district has defended its decision, citing the benefits of an early start time for student achievement. They have pointed to research showing that people that wake up at 3 am tend to be more successful in life. “The fact is, we’re just trying to give our students every advantage possible,” said the superintendent.
Despite the controversy, the school district remains committed to the 3 am start time. They have already begun making preparations for the new schedule, including hiring teachers to come in at earlier times.”We believe that this is the right move for our students and our community. We’re confident that with hard work and dedication, we can make it a success.”