Is it time to move back school start times? Science and research makes a pretty good argument that the answer is yes; kids have a harder time focusing in the early hours, and need more sleep. The problem is that districts are under a lot of pressure to provide a wide range of after-school programs, and starting later could complicate that. But several local districts are taking a hard look at later start times. We discuss what's ideal, and how to achieve it. Our guests: Dr. Heidi Connolly , assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Golisano Children’s Hospital Dr. Kevin McGowan , superintendent of the Brighton Central School District Miranda Cologgi, parent Erin Schneider, assistant principal at Hilton High School, and parent
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