High school cancels ‘U.S.A Day’ due to excessive politicization.
OAN’s Abril Elfi
2:50 PM – Saturday, November 18, 2023
A Massachusetts high school has canceled their “U.S.A” spirit week day to avoid “politicization.”
According to reports, “U.S.A Day” was scheduled as part of a “Spirit Week” at Wellesley High School in preparation for their Thanksgiving Day football game.
During the week, events included:
- “Throwback Thursday”
- “Wild West Wednesday”
Students were urged to dress up to fit the theme of the day.
Student Unification Program member, Olivia Spagnuolo, had brought up the themes for the week including the “U.S.A” day.
She stated that “the administration was not going to let this happen, they said it was not allowed because it separated people at school.”
The high school’s Principal Jamie Chisum explained the school’s decision in the letter to parents, noting that “the high school Administration decided not to go forward with that spirit theme because it felt really different than the other themes kids came up with for the week…Spirit Week is intended to be a light and fun way for our student to get excited about our pep rally and Thanksgiving Day football game.”
Chisum continued stating that students would still be able to wear their patriotic gear but the theme would be “Fitness Friday” rather than “U.S.A day.”
“We acknowledge that the impact for some people has been just the opposite of our intention and that we have inadvertently politicized this activity,” the principal said. “I am definitely sorry for any negative effect this has had on kids and families.”
Regardless of the administration’s decision, some students still went to the game in their U.S.A themed gear.
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Why did Wellesley High School decide to cancel their “U.S.A Day” during Spirit Week?
In recent news, a Massachusetts high school has made the decision to cancel their “U.S.A” spirit day during their Spirit Week in order to avoid what they perceived as the politicization of the event. Wellesley High School had planned a series of themed days leading up to their Thanksgiving Day football game, including “U.S.A Day,” but it was ultimately scrapped.
According to reports, Spirit Week at Wellesley High School is an eagerly anticipated event where students dress up according to a specific theme each day. However, when the topic of “U.S.A Day” was brought up by a student member of the Student Unification Program, Olivia Spagnuolo, the administration decided against it, stating that it would separate people at school.
In a letter to parents, the school’s Principal Jamie Chisum explained the decision, stating that “U.S.A Day” felt different from the other themes and might unintentionally create division. He emphasized that Spirit Week was meant to be a lighthearted and enjoyable way for students to get excited about the upcoming pep rally and football game. Instead of “U.S.A Day,” the administration decided to replace it with “Fitness Friday,” ensuring that students could still express their patriotism through their attire.
Principal Chisum also acknowledged that their decision may have inadvertently politicized the event and expressed regret for any negative impact it may have had on students and families.
The controversy surrounding the cancellation of “U.S.A Day” highlights the ongoing debate over the role of politics in schools. While some argue that events like Spirit Week should remain strictly non-political in order to foster inclusivity and unity, others believe that celebrating patriotism is an important aspect of education.
It is worth noting that this decision has sparked mixed reactions, with some praising the administration’s sensitivity to potential divisions and others criticizing it as an overreaction. Regardless of one’s stance on the issue, it serves as a reminder of the challenges schools face in navigating the increasingly polarized political climate.
In conclusion, Wellesley High School’s cancellation of “U.S.A Day” during their Spirit Week was driven by concerns of potential politicization and a desire to maintain a light and inclusive atmosphere. While the decision has sparked debate, it highlights the complexities that schools face in balancing politics and creating an inclusive environment for all students.
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