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School Start Time Proposal
Seeking Community Feedback
Dear Sully District Families and Community Members,
Presentation - Proposed School Start Time Adjustments
Survey - School Start Times
At the upcoming School Board Work Session, FCPS staff will present key recommendations regarding proposed adjustments to school start times. This presentation will cover the underlying research and data, the key priorities evaluated, and the collaborative process behind these proposals. While research highlights how earlier start times can significantly affect adolescent health, well-being, and academic outcomes, any adjustment to bell schedules extends beyond the school day—shaping family routines, childcare arrangements, high school athletics, staff schedules, and division-wide transportation logistics.
I encourage you to review these recommendations to understand how they aim to balance student health with the operational needs of our school communities. I am eager to learn how current schedules impact your household and how potential changes might influence your daily routines. Below, you will find the presentation materials along with a brief survey to share your feedback, priorities, and concerns.
Your perspective is vital to these ongoing discussions. Thank you for taking the time to share your insights, and please feel free to reach out with any additional questions or feedback as we continue this important dialogue.
In Partnership,
Seema Dixit
Sully District School Board Member
Work Sessions are open to the public and are broadcast live on Channel 99 (Verizon channel 11) and the FCPS website. The session will be recorded for future viewing and posted to the FCPS School Board YouTube channel.
The views contained within this newsletter reflect the views of the individual school board member who is the publisher of this newsletter and may not reflect the views of the Fairfax County School Board.
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