Why Our Schools Need a Summer Shake-Up?

Picture this: kids piled into buses, drenched in sweat under a scorching afternoon sun, when they could be safe and cool inside modern classrooms.

Why are we still stuck with half-day schedules from a bygone era? It’s time to rethink how schools handle summer. Half-day timetables were born in a time of open sheds and no electricity, a desperate bid to dodge the heat. But today? We’ve got solid buildings, fans, and power—some schools even boast air conditioning. Sending kids home at noon isn’t just outdated; it’s risky. They’re braving peak heat on the road when they could stay in school, safe and learning. Ditching half-days isn’t about comfort alone—it’s about reclaiming hours for education instead of losing them to tradition. 

And what about annual exams?

Scheduling them at summer’s height—when brains fry and focus fades—makes no sense. Push them to late February or early March instead. Cooler weather means sharper minds, less stress, and a smoother end to the school year. Kids win, parents win, teachers win. Schools today have the tools to move past these relics. Let’s scrap half-day summers and late exams—not just to beat the heat, but to build a better future for our students.