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Hundreds of Seattle Public Schools students protested changes to the lunch policy, which would split the lunch period to reduce crowding.

Students are concerned the new schedule will disrupt school clubs that meet during lunch, with limited options to reschedule due to after-school commitments.

The district plans to implement the changes by October 6th, but has not responded to inquiries about the protest.

SEATTLE - Hundreds of Seattle Public Schools’ students walked out of their classrooms on Monday in protest of the district’s plans to change lunch policy.

The district recently announced it would split its lunch period into two. The goal is to cut down on the crowds during lunch and allow students time to eat during the 30-minute period.

However, students are worrie

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