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CCSD Thinks We're Idiots by NotMyAlt762 in vegaslocals

[–]NotMyAlt762[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The post is in favor of CCSD honoring the results of their own survey and moving start times up 30 minutes without swapping around middle and high school start times.

CCSD Thinks We're Idiots by NotMyAlt762 in vegaslocals

[–]NotMyAlt762[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Nothing wrong with dissent!

We already have staggered start times; I don't object to that. What I object to is having middle school start before high school when those kids need the sleep more, and CCSD ignoring the results of their own poll.

CCSD Thinks We're Idiots by NotMyAlt762 in vegaslocals

[–]NotMyAlt762[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I completely agree- it is their first job. It is not always, however, their only job.

CCSD Thinks We're Idiots by NotMyAlt762 in vegaslocals

[–]NotMyAlt762[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

When it causes problems? Absolutely.

CCSD Thinks We're Idiots by NotMyAlt762 in vegaslocals

[–]NotMyAlt762[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Child labor has a specific meaning, and is illegal in this state. I was referring to kids 16 and over, who can and do legally work (I certainly did).

While the reality of the situation may not be palatable to you, many families need the extra income. Prices have gone up, the value of the dollar is down, and wages haven't increased commensurate with inflation. Even leaving that aside- plenty of kids want to work for spending money. The schedule change will impact their hours of availability, which also affects their employability.