Mom Defends Letting Her Kids Skip the Final Week of School: 'I Don't See the Point'
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The debate over whether students should skip the last day or week of school has sparked discussions among parents, with different perspectives emerging. Patricia Horton, a Florida mother, argues against attendance during this period, recalling her own experiences of cleaning classrooms as a student. She sees no point in sending her children during the final days. Conversely, many parents and teachers assert that these last days are filled with fun activities and important closure for students and teachers alike, emphasizing the value of creating memorable experiences at the end of the school year.
"Do you make your kid go to school, the last day of school? Do you make your kid go to school the last week of school? I don't see the point."
"I'm a teacher and I hate when kids miss the last day of school. We, as a class, have been a family for several months and kids and teachers would like to say goodbye."
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