In the city of St. Paul, MN, USA, many schools still require students to use lockers. However, this requirement is outdated and can cause unnecessary stress for students who prefer other methods of managing their belongings.

According to a study by the American Psychological Association (APA), students perform better academically when they have more control over their learning environment, which includes how they manage their personal items (APA, 2013). By eliminating mandatory locker use in our schools, we can foster a more flexible and supportive learning environment for our children. Please sign this petition if you support giving students the choice to use lockers or not in St. Paul schools.