free period

Student's gap hour

A free period is a scheduled time slot during the school day when a student has no class.

It might be used for studying, socializing, or running errands: I have a free period after lunch.

Teachers may also have free periods for grading or preparation.

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downtime · coffee break · lunch · flexible scheduling · early release · interval · schedule · pause · passing time · time off · relaxation · gap hour · intermission · office hours · cafeteria · student lounge · hallway · hall pass

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