Pasco County Schools Address Post-Pandemic Potty-Training Challenges
Pasco County school leaders are facing challenges with children arriving at school without being potty-trained, an issue that has become more prevalent since the COVID-19 pandemic. Superintendent Dr. John Legg expressed concerns about the stress this places on kindergarten and first-grade teachers. The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests children should be ready for toilet training between 18 to 30 months, but some children are entering school still in diapers. This situation creates sanitation issues and additional burdens on teachers. While no official policy has been announced, future requirements may include sending children home until they are potty-trained. 
