Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: Bathroom I am on Block schedule, which requires students to be in my classroom for 90 minutes. That is a long time especially in the morning and right after lunch. Last year, halfway through the class, I allowed students to use the restroom and gave a 5 minute break. This was also good for their mind. It worked great. It didn't interfere with any other classes, my teachings or learning. However, at the end of last year, my department head asked me why and said I probably shouldn't do that. However, she couldn't give me a reason why. I tried to explain to her, it helps control my classroom management. I haven't done it this year and struggle throughout the lesson, because I continue to have students ask me to use the restroom. Should I go back to what I did last year? Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) I think you should go back to the way you were doing it. Even though the department head advised against this unscheduled break. You know that your students need the break. Then have a meeting and explain that this will increase the actual class time by taking away all of the extra distractions.