I hate the early start too. But I don’t want school to go til 5, because most of the school day is total waste of time. My kids learn more in their after school activities that could actually help them in life. I’m a former homeschooling mom who knows what actually helps a child become a strong, self-sufficient young adult. For example, nothing matches the hard work, slow progress, wins and losses, teamwork, and the feeling of mastery that comes from being a serious athlete. Or musician. Or robot creator. I want enough afternoon time for the kids to still have their other activities.
When classes are over, the school day isn’t.
There’s still homework and sports.
My day usually wasn’t over until 8:00 or 9:00 PM.
Not complaining...
Wah.... My biological clock would have me fall asleep at 2AM and wake at about 10AM. The Navy had me on a rotating cycle, civilian work has had me start anywhere from 5Am to 8AM through my life...unless I was on 3rd shift.
I would be ok with having them start at 8AM and go to 4 to still allow for after school activities until 6, but then I’m ok with year-round school with 2 week vacations between quarters similar to Japan....though NO Saturday school.
but we wouldn’t want the teachers to actually have to get up earlier..