Imagine a classroom full of students, peacefully sleeping under blankets, drifting into their wildest dreams. Believe it or not, this isn’t a daydream: it’s the latest policy at Pinewood School, where naptime is now required for students and faculty.

   In a decision that has both puzzled yet overjoyed students and faculty, Pinewood has implemented a mandatory daily nap period for all grade levels. This new period is called the “Educational Slumber Initiative,” which requires students to bring their own pajamas, blankets, and stuffed animals to ensure the most and highest quality sleep time.

   Head of School Eve Kulbieda explains the importance of having the new naptime mandate.

   “With so much emphasis on academics, we overlooked the need to give staff and students time to rest and recharge, ultimately creating a better learning environment,” Kulbieda said.

    The new policy comes from a study by the National Association for Educational Rest, led by Dr. Smith, who claims that a nap during the day increases academic performance and test scores by 76%.

   “It’s not rocket science, we all just need rest,” writes Dr. Smith, the lead researcher of the study.

   Naptime will be after the third period, as students transition from learning to well-deserved resting. Desks will be moved outside of all classrooms, leaving the space open.

   In addition, the school has invested in a group of professional lullaby singers to visit each classroom for at least five minutes to help students fall asleep quicker.

   As far as grading for the class, students will be assessed on their napping etiquette, such as not talking or distracting others.

   High school math teacher Stuart Hamilton explains how this napping period is essential to the students’ education.

   “This is the best thing that’s ever happened to Pinewood,” Hamilton said. “With test scores at an all-time high, the time I spend grading goes down, allowing me to spend more time with my family.”

   Whether it is snuggling a teddy bear or getting an A on your math test, one thing is for sure: Pinewood is committed to making sure its students are as rested as they are educated. Sweet dreams, Panthers.