The Upper Canada District School Board continues to look into adjusting school start times to better the sleep hygiene of its students and in turn, improve their academics.
The data points towards the benefits outweighing any potential drawbacks, says UCDSB Ron Ferguson.
It now comes down to the logistics of such a task, which requires extensive collaboration with other school boards and of course, the buses.
Carleton Place High School Principal Casey Nelson said the science supports the theory that a later start time equals more rested students, which in turn means they’re more attentive and then their academics improve.
And this is a chance to greatly enhance the lives of thousands of students.
The UCDSB are continuing conversations with the catholic board and the bus companies to coordinate future changes, with the UCDSB saying everyone’s on board.