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Schools should start later in the day to enhance students' academic performance, mental health, and energy levels. Research indicates that adequate sleep leads to better test scores, attendance, and overall well-being among students. Despite concerns about scheduling conflicts, the benefits of later start times significantly outweigh the drawbacks.

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Schools should start later in the day to enhance students' academic performance, mental health, and energy levels. Research indicates that adequate sleep leads to better test scores, attendance, and overall well-being among students. Despite concerns about scheduling conflicts, the benefits of later start times significantly outweigh the drawbacks.

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Why Schools Should Start Later in the Day

Imagine waking up every morning feeling energized and fully rested, ready to take

on the day’s challenges with focus and enthusiasm. Unfortunately, for many

students, this is not the reality. The early start time of schools forces us out of bed

before our bodies are fully awake, leading to exhaustion and lower performance in

school. This needs to change. Schools should start later in the day to improve

students’ academic performance, mental health, and overall well-being.

First and foremost, starting school later would significantly improve students’

academic performance. Numerous studies show that students who get enough sleep

perform better in school. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that

teenagers get between 8 and 10 hours of sleep each night. However, the current

early school start times prevent many students from getting the necessary rest. A

study conducted by the University of Minnesota found that students in schools with

later start times scored higher on tests and had better attendance. When students

are well-rested, they are more alert in class, retain more information, and participate

more actively in discussions. By allowing students to sleep longer, schools would see

an increase in academic achievement.

In addition to improving academic performance, starting school later would have a

positive impact on students' mental health. Teenagers today face immense pressure

from schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and social life. Lack of sleep only adds to

this stress, making students more susceptible to anxiety, depression, and mood
swings. Sleep deprivation has been directly linked to mental health issues in

teenagers, and starting school later would help reduce these problems. When

students are rested, they are better able to manage stress, focus on their work, and

maintain a positive outlook on life. Schools should prioritize the mental well-being of

students, and starting later in the day is a simple yet effective way to do so.

Moreover, starting school later would help improve students’ energy levels

throughout the day. The early start times conflict with teenagers' natural sleep cycles,

making it difficult to be alert during the morning hours. Many students struggle to

stay awake during their first few classes, leading to a loss of valuable learning time.

By starting later, students would feel more energized and attentive during their

lessons. This would also benefit extracurricular activities, as students would have

more energy to participate in sports, clubs, and other after-school events. Instead of

being exhausted by the afternoon, they would have the stamina to engage in both

academic and social activities.

Of course, some people argue that starting school later could interfere with

after-school activities or working parents' schedules. While these concerns are valid,

the benefits of starting school later far outweigh these drawbacks. Schools could

adjust their schedules to accommodate extracurricular activities, and working

parents could explore alternative childcare arrangements. The health and well-being

of students should be the top priority, and the challenges associated with changing

school start times are manageable.


In conclusion, starting school later in the day would greatly benefit students’

academic performance, mental health, and energy levels. Schools are meant to

support the growth and development of students, and allowing them to get the sleep

they need is crucial to their success. It’s time for schools to recognize the importance

of sleep and make this necessary change. Students, teachers, and parents should

advocate for later school start times so that we can all work towards creating a

better, healthier, and more effective learning environment.

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