...And unfortunately, it's happening with little public input.
This story details the Board's unanimous approval of full day Kindergarten on January 17th.
According to the story, the final decision could be made on Feb. 21st -- and if so, the change would take effect in the 2012-2013 academic year.
Some teachers and parents have expressed frustration that they were not consulted about this decision.
In the past, significant changes like this one have been submitted to parents and teachers via survey and listening meetings. No such surveys were conducted about full day Kindergarten. Teachers contacted have said they are not supportive of the move and wish they had been consulted.
Director of Schools Del Phillips recently conducted a "Listen and Learn" tour of Sumner County and did not mention an overwhelming desire by parents for a full day Kindergarten program.
It appears there may be benefits to the program, though teachers believe it also has some drawbacks - including the need for a nap time for students and a very exhausting first few weeks of school for 5-year-old children.
Tune in the Feb. 21st Board meeting to see if Kindergarten will be full day in Sumner in 2012-13.
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