Too Many Days Off?
My son comes home from school smiling from ear to ear. He is excited because he has a three day weekend. Then he proceeds to tell me with full excitement in his voice that he has one day of school and then 6 days off! What? How do you have 6 days off? He does not have to go to school for the six days straight because he doesn’t have to take his exams. Therefore, he does not have to attend school for six days straight giving him a nice little vacation.
Should students be allowed so many days off?
I am not so sure if I agree with letting students stay home if they are exempt from exams. That just seems like too many days home from school. It’s almost as if it’s wasted time with a lot of mindless activity. How many of you agree or disagree?
Don’t get me wrong I don’t think our kids should go to school and just sit there. However, why are there so many days allotted just for taking an exam?
I started to think about how my son could keep busy while off from school for almost two weeks. I suggested community service hours to go towards some of his graduation requirements. Therefore, we will look in to volunteer hours with an organization. I thought it was a great suggestion, however, my son did not think! What better way to occupy your time? My son thought sleeping in, video gaming, hanging with friends, and wrestling practice is the way to spending his time.
What do you think? Have you had a similar experience with your kids?
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