Flagler District Wants Exemption to Later School Start Times Despite Sleep Science on Healthier Adolescents

Flagler District Wants Exemption to Later School Start Times Despite Sleep Science on Healthier Adolescents

The Flagler County school district is preparing to exempt itself from a Florida law requiring later start times for middle and high schools by 2026. Citing logistical challenges, transportation costs, and parental preference for current schedules, district officials argue against the change despite scientific evidence supporting more sleep for adolescents. A recent district survey indicates that while parents acknowledge the health benefits of l…