what ever happened to all that talk about year-round school? i, for one, support it. and not just because my kids fight with each other and drive me crazy all summer. okay, actually that is the only reason. but surely there would be some economic benefits. working parents would be better employees, not having to deal with summer camps or temporary babysitters. and teachers would make more money that would go right back into the economy, right? stock in fiskars and crayola would likely skyrocket.
and let's not forget the benefits year-round schooling would bring to the children. i can attest to the fact that summer equals fighting with siblings. the nonstop, obnoxious and sometimes violent, fighting. not only is it dangerous, but surely it is damaging to their delicate, still-developing self-esteem. and for children with no siblings with whom to fight, clearly they need the socialization that only a school classroom can provide.
opponents of year-round schooling (probably just teachers), might ask "what about summer vacations?" as my sister says, vacations are for grown-ups, something you earn - by finishing all of your school. this would provide motivation for kids to stay in school. let's make them earn that weekend of cruising the miracle strip in panama city beach. drop-out rates would plummet.
in closing, economic windfall, psychologically healthier, more motivated kids, diminished drop-out rates, i can't find a downside here.
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