Bell Times Survey
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Bell Times SurveyBell Times Survey
May 2012
Comments regarding early start times for high/middle schools◦ Concerns about lack of sleep and possible impact on
student performance◦ Concerns about safety in the winter when it is dark
outside
Considering moving bell times ahead by 10-20 minutes to allow for later start times
IssuesIssues
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SLPS runs 3 tier system with goal to balance buses between the 3 tiers◦ Most cost efficient approach◦ Would cost the district an extra $8 -10 million to move to 2
tier system or to shift the times for only one tier without changing all the times
SLPS has magnet schools which require transportation across the city resulting in increased transportation time and the need for more time between tiers
ConsiderationsConsiderations
Seeking feedback to the proposed new school schedules
Replies are due back Friday, May 18 via◦ Website – www.slps.org/belltimesurvey◦ Voice Mail – (314) 345-4636◦ Return Form back to school
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