In 5th grade, you probably had class restroom breaks. Not in middle school! Each teacher has their own rules about when it’s OK to go. And here’s a pro tip: use the restroom before it’s an emergency. It's like when your parents say, 'Go now, even if you don’t have to!' before a long car ride. Trust them. They're onto something!
Here are some great times to plan for restroom breaks every day:
before school flex lunch/recess study hall