Perth teachers push for shorter school terms | Sunrise

Teachers at a prominent Perth high school are proposing to reduce school terms from 10 weeks to nine weeks, arguing that additional holidays would reduce student burnout and improve academic performance. The proposal raises questions about balancing student wellbeing with parental work schedules and the broader purpose of education. Debate centres on whether schools should prioritise academic output, teach resilience, or accommodate family logistics. Get the latest news » https://7news.com.au 7Plus » https://7plus.com.au/ More from Sunrise » https://sunrise.com.au Subscribe to Sunrise » https://7news.link/SunriseSubscribe Subscribe to the Sunrise newsletter » http://7sunrise.link/Newsletter Connect with Sunrise online: Facebook » https://www.facebook.com/Sunrise Instagram » https://www.instagram.com/sunriseon7/ TikTok » https://www.tiktok.com/@sunriseon7 X » https://x.com/sunriseon7 #SunriseOn7 #7NEWS