text: Students should not be required to stay in school longer than the required amount of hours that are set. Students already have to be in school six to seven hours a day, five days a week, there is no reason why a student should be required to stay in school longer than they already are. When the bell rings to be dismissed, I want to go home not stay in school for more time. If you want to take part in an after or before school activity that should be your own choice to come to school early or to stay after school.