Do Kids Go To School On Columbus Day

So, grab your coffee, let's chat about this Columbus Day thing, yeah?

First things first, what's the deal with Columbus Day?

You know, that guy who sailed the ocean blue in 1492? The one who 'discovered' America, or so the history books used to say. Now, don't get me wrong, I'm not here to start a debate about whether he should be celebrated or canceled. I just wanna know, do kids really get a day off school for this?

Let's talk turkey (or should I say, pizza?

I mean, it's not like Columbus was the first to set foot on these shores. The Native Americans were here way before him, and let's not forget the Vikings. But I digress, this is about school, not history class.

So, do kids get a day off? Well, it depends. It's a federal holiday in the US, but not every state observes it. Some have replaced it with Indigenous Peoples' Day, which is a whole other conversation.

But what about the kids?

Here's where it gets interesting. Even if the state observes Columbus Day, it doesn't automatically mean schools close. Some districts use it as a professional development day for teachers, others keep the schools open. It's a bit of a mixed bag.

So, should you pack a lunch or not?

If you're a parent, the best way to know for sure is to check with your school district. They'll have the scoop on what's happening that day. And hey, if you're lucky, maybe you'll get a bonus day off too. Win-win, right?

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But what about the rest of the world?

You might be thinking, "This is all well and good, but what about my friends in Canada or Italy?" Well, guess what? They don't celebrate Columbus Day. In Italy, it's called 'Giornata Nazionale delle Forze Armate' and it's a day to honor the military. And in Canada, they've got their own holidays to deal with. So, it's just us Americans sweating this one out.

Final thoughts (and a little rant)

Look, I'm not saying we should or shouldn't celebrate Columbus Day. But can we all agree that the one thing we should be able to count on is whether our kids have school or not? I mean, it's bad enough when they surprise us with a snow day. Let's not add Columbus Day to the mix, okay?

Anyway, that's my two cents. Now, who's ready for a refill?