Source 2: Schools Should Stick to Traditional Schedules1Much discussion has taken place in recent years about the advantages of year–round schooling. Those in favor of the idea argue that this system improves test scores, saves money, and allows families to vacation during the winter months. Some schools have listened and have made the switch. However, what many fail to realize is that year–round schooling systems come with their own unique set of problems.2While supporters contend that year–round schooling will improve student performance, little proof exists suggesting that this is the case. Students in year–round programs attend school for about the same number of days as students in traditional programs. These students do not spend more time learning. Rather, their breaks are just spread out throughout the year. Shorter breaks may make it easier for some students to recall information, but others may struggle if teachers spend too little time on review.3Some schools that use the year–round system have a multi–track schedule. In a multi–track system, schools place students and teachers into groups that follow the same schedule. One group is always on break while the other groups are in school. This schedule may seem like an effective use of space, but it is not. It can be an organizational nightmare for students, teachers, and parents. Students who play sports or join clubs may miss games or meetings when their group is on break. Teachers must pack their belongings at the end of each session, so their classrooms can be used during vacation. Parents who have children in different schools or on different tracks may find it difficult to arrange childcare or family trips. Schools may also have trouble scheduling important events, such as picture day.4Some feel that multi–track schedules save money by allowing schools to enroll more students. This system may save taxpayers the cost of constructing new schools, but taxpayers may end up paying more each year to maintain the current schools. Utility bills and cleaning costs will increase because the school is open all year. Schools will also need money for more teachers and staff to work on different tracks.5Those who support year–round schooling believe schools could prevent these problems by following a single–track schedule. In this system, all students and teachers follow the same schedule. Even so, many parents, students, and teachers are opposed to doing away with summer vacation. A long break during the summer gives students and teachers the opportunity to recharge in time for a new school year. It also allows students to learn important lessons outside the classroom. In a year–round program, students would not be able to attend camp or take jobs during the summer, thus missing out on important life experiences. Year–round schooling sounds like a great idea on paper, but such a system would not be very practical for students, teachers, and parents.
Which sentences from "Schools Should Stick to Traditional Schedules" best support the author's claim that year–round schedules may present more problems? Select Yes for sentences that support the claim and select No for sentences that do not support the claim.
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While supporters contend that year–round schooling will improve student performance, little proof exists suggesting that this is the case.
Shorter breaks may make it easier for some students to recall information, but others may struggle if teachers spend too little time on review.
In a multi–track system, schools place students and teachers into groups that follow the same schedule.
Utility bills and cleaning costs will increase because the school is open all year.
Those who support year–round schooling believe schools could prevent these problems by following a single–track schedule.
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In a multi–track system, schools place students and teachers into groups that follow the same schedule.
Utility bills and cleaning costs will increase because the school is open all year.
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