Waking up early, groggily
pulling together clothes, just to turn on the television and find that school
has been cancelled because of snow, this is the ultimate moment of all school
children's educational careers. It becomes the subject of prayers, wishes even
snow dances performed by teachers and students alike. Snow days are the crown
jewel of any student's winter.
But how are these magical
does of snowy frolic judged? By a team of astute meteorologists to begin with,
of course. Marian follows the Archdiocesan in their decisions to close or
dismiss school early, and all announcements are to be made by 7:00 a.m. the day
in question.
"I love playing in the
snow, and then getting to go in for hot chocolate," says senior Sommer
Lebron. It's awesome to get out of school and just be able to play."
It's a great time for
students, and teachers alike. However, problems can arise.
"My dad always makes me
shovel the walk," sighed senior Terra Taylor, rolling her eyes. "Then
I don't have any energy to go anywhere. Not to mention I can't get my car
out."
Half the fun is in hoping
for days like this, sometimes not even having them. History teacher Ms. Carol
Gosney and sociology teacher Mr. Tom Baker are widely known for their eccentric
behaviors and rituals when it concerns snow days. Dances, dolls representing
snow goddesses, even chants have been performed in hopes of the blessed frozen
precipitation.
So next time you're sleeping
in late, with visions of snow plows dancing in your head, realize that you're
not alone.