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[quote=Anonymous]Even if you asked current families about block scheduling and free-periods at an open house, you’d still get a wide variety of answers.

My DC is in a bunch of different activities (music, clubs, etc) so having a free period or two allows them to fit these in during the school day, catch up on homework and connect with peers (don’t underestimate this!). I like that they are pushed to do constructive things rather than leaving early to scroll on their phone. Fitting in activities during the school day also means less long days on campus, more quality time at home. If I am paying for school, I want DC to get as much out of it as possible.

Other families prefer that their kid can sleep in if they don’t have class until second period. Their kid may not be in as many activities or have as much homework so open periods are truly downtime. Some kids need more structure. Totally understandable.

Also, remember that families and students who volunteer at open houses are generally happy with the school and are boosters rather than haters. The people who are really displeased with a school are generally not showing up to help host an open house.

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