Schools Open on Veterans Day? Hold My Coffee!
So, let's talk about the baffling enigma that is New York City schools being open on Veterans Day. I mean, c'mon, who thought this was a good idea? It's like serving pizza at a sushi restaurant – completely out of left field.
A Day of Thanks, or a Day of Tanks?
Veterans Day is supposed to be a solemn occasion to honor those who served our country. It's a day to reflect, to remember, and maybe even to shed a tear or two. But in the grand scheme of NYC's education system, it seems like it's just another Tuesday.
I can just imagine the conversation:
School Board Member: "Hey, let's skip Veterans Day this year. We need to cram more Common Core into those little heads." Other School Board Member: "But it's a day to honor our veterans." First School Board Member: "Veterans? Who needs 'em? We need test scores!"
The Kids Aren't Alright
Now, I'm not saying kids don't need to learn, but come on, can't we show a little respect? It's like making your kids work on Thanksgiving. Sure, they might learn about the pilgrims and the Indians, but at what cost? Family traditions? Pumpkin pie?
And let's not forget the teachers. They're already juggling a million balls in the air. Adding another day of instruction to the mix is like trying to juggle a bowling ball while riding a unicycle.
How to Handle This Madness
So, what's a parent to do? Well, first of all, don't panic. There are ways to cope with this educational injustice.
- How to explain Veterans Day to your kids: Keep it simple. Tell them it's a day to say thank you to the brave men and women who protect our country.
- How to find something patriotic to do: There are plenty of Veterans Day events happening around the city. Get involved and show your support.
- How to survive another day of school: Pack extra snacks, bribe your kid with promises of video games, and pray for a short day.
- How to write a strongly worded email to the school board: Practice your typing skills and get ready to unleash your inner activist.
- How to find a good therapist: Just kidding (kind of). But seriously, it might help.
In the end, we can only hope that one day, common sense will prevail and New York City schools will join the rest of the nation in honoring our veterans. Until then, we'll just have to keep our kids entertained with stories of bravery and sacrifice.
Remember, even the smallest acts of gratitude can make a big difference. So, take a moment to thank a veteran today. And if you see a kid in uniform, give them a high-five. They deserve it.