28. Writing Situation:  The school board of your district is considering making the school day longer by adding an extra hour. The purpose for lengthening the school day is provide more time for instruction and practice in the existing school curricula. They believe that greater student achievement can be achieved by making the school day longer. They point out that there are experts in the field of education who agree with them. The school board is seeking input from all community members.

Consider the advantages and disadvantages of lengthening the school day by an hour.  

Directions for Writing:  Write a persuasive essay stating reasons for your position on this plan.