3-Day Weekend: Could Extra Time Help Us?

By a 7th grade student

Should we consider implementing a 3-day weekend? This question has been on the minds of many, and the implications extend beyond schools to companies and communities worldwide. The concept of the weekend as we know it today emerged during the 19th and 20th centuries, thanks to labor movements, influential leaders like Henry Ford, and significant changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution. It was designed to provide workers with time off to enhance productivity and improve attendance.

However, this historical context doesn’t address whether a 3-day weekend is beneficial in today’s society. With 168 hours in a week, we typically spend about 35–40 of those hours in school. While that may not seem like a lot, once we factor in sleeping, eating, and other daily responsibilities, there’s hardly any time left for relaxation or personal interests.

A 3-day weekend could provide much-needed time to recharge, reducing stress for both students and workers. This decrease in stress levels could lead to improved academic performance and greater workplace productivity.

In summary, a 3-day weekend has the potential to benefit everyone. Many people support this idea, and it’s worth considering seriously as we seek to improve our work-life balance.