Peanuts by Charles Schulz for January 16, 1975
January 15, 1975
January 17, 1975
Transcript:
Peppermint Patty stands in front of a desk and says, "Yes, ma'am . . . I was told to report to the principal . . ."<BR><BR> Peppermint Patty continues, "Well, I've been falling asleep in class, I guess, and my teacher's kind of upset about it . . ."<BR><BR> Peppermint Patty says, "The principal is busy? That's okay . . . I can wait . . ."<BR><BR> Peppermint Patty stands with her head against the desk and falls asleep.<BR><BR>
For at least 30 years, sleep science has shown that young people’s circadian rhythms naturally shift to later in the day. Therefore, the start of classes should adjust accordingly—after all, schools are meant to serve students, not just the convenience of teaching staff.