#687: Cobb teacher and parent - Re: Re: Calendar doesn't make sence 

But, of course the children don't get the least bit more excited and "have difficulty focusing 2 day before..."

their trips to Disney/Cruises etc. before the new/old September Break, February Break, etc.

Seems like you are proving the point that the "balanced" calendar is bad for retaining the focus of children.

You really do live in a fantasy world. Every student in Cobb County does not go to Disney or on a cruise during their break! Many go to the doctor,dentist,orthodontist, or other appointments,get hair cuts,visit grandparents,sleep late, get ahead or caught up on assignments, read a great book, spend quality time with their family, visit colleges, do service projects and some just relax for a few days. Which even though you think that is a terrible thing - it really can be great for students.

#689: Guest - Re: Re: Re: Calendar doesn't make sence 

 30 unfocused and excited children is very different than 3 or 4 unfocused children going on cruises.