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School start times: How well-rested are students in Illinois?

School start times: How well-rested are students in Illinois?

Update: 2025-11-03
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A panel of experts involved in the field of education across the state discuss why school start times are what they are, and whether they should, or even could, change. Some sleep experts weigh in as well. 

 

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School start times: How well-rested are students in Illinois?

School start times: How well-rested are students in Illinois?

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