Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: 160 day calendar A school has decided to go to a 160 day calendar. Some teachers feel that this time limit will hinder some students with their progress in school. Other teachers have expressed how much they have enjoyed having a longer summer and shorter school year. The system has chased power standards to be taught at each grade level. Should the teachers who disagree with this decision express how they feel now, or should they wait to see how students perform on state assessments? Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) I'm sure a change of this nature will always spark debate. However, it is important.for teachers to feel as though they can express their opinion about matters that occur within the school. When voicing your opinion, I would definitely have some research or data to support the point of view. Although, I do not think the school or school system will change its plan mid year, it could help change future decisions. Also, teachers can still address other standards while teaching the power standards. This can be done through project based learning where the students complete projects that cover a myriad of topics that the students can master at once.