Otto Strangeweale, yes. I've had the benefit of more than one seminar with him on various subjects of adolescent health, and he is recognised, especially, as our leading expert on the issues peculiar to maturing witches.
I believe, in fact, that our school timetable was built around an appreciation for the sleep patterns of young people. The first lesson hour begins at 9 am, and if I'm not mistaken, the older students are generally scheduled later than the youngest ones.
I quite agree with you that afternoons might be a wise and more welcome time to propose additional physical activities. If nothing else, it should encourage healthy appetites for supper even in those most apt to grumble about the fare that comes up from the kitchens.
As for the amount of exercise, there are, of course, issues that arise when still-growing adolescents push themselves too far--broken bones in both sexes, delayed or deferred monthly cycles for witches, stunted growth, elemental imbalances--but surely you're not thinking of instituting an extreme regimen?
I'll send you a packet of items on the subject, and I will be happy to answer any questions as you continue to consider the matter.
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Re: Private message to Aurora Sinistra and Poppy Pomfrey
Date: 2012-09-19 02:59 am (UTC)I believe, in fact, that our school timetable was built around an appreciation for the sleep patterns of young people. The first lesson hour begins at 9 am, and if I'm not mistaken, the older students are generally scheduled later than the youngest ones.
I quite agree with you that afternoons might be a wise and more welcome time to propose additional physical activities. If nothing else, it should encourage healthy appetites for supper even in those most apt to grumble about the fare that comes up from the kitchens.
As for the amount of exercise, there are, of course, issues that arise when still-growing adolescents push themselves too far--broken bones in both sexes, delayed or deferred monthly cycles for witches, stunted growth, elemental imbalances--but surely you're not thinking of instituting an extreme regimen?
I'll send you a packet of items on the subject, and I will be happy to answer any questions as you continue to consider the matter.