SALISBURY, Md--The debate over when Maryland students should return to school after summer break continues.
The Maryland Senate voted recently to allow local school boards to decide whether school should begin before or after labor day. But, many parents believe the schedule should remain the way it is.
"That extra time of spending with family and relatives is what matters the most to me," says parent, Jermichael Mitchell.
Senate Bill 128 would reverse Governor Hogan's executive order of sending students back to school after labor day.
Teacher, Charne Leatherbury, says the Governor's order shortchanges education.
"If students have that extra time off, they're just like I can lack when I go back to school. Those extra days in school will keep them in routine, keep their minds learning and working," says Leatherbury.
Governor Hogan stands by his executive order, saying it's what people want.
In a tweet, he wrote "The Maryland Senate just voted against the will of over 70% of Marylanders who want schools to start classes after labor day."
Donna Hanlin, Superintendent of Wicomico Public Schools explained the benefits of Senate Bill 128.
"Each local system is unique. What is good for one system may not necessarily be in the best interest if students in another," says Superintendent Hanlin.
The bill is still awaiting a vote from the house, but Eastern Shore representatives including Senator Mary Beth Carozza, Delegate Wayne Hartman and Delegate Sheree Sample- Hughes say they are against Senate Bill 128.
