As spring break approaches, a majority of SPUB finds themselves excited, as they are utilizing this time to take a step away and relax. For others, it is a chance to catch up on schoolwork before the final stretch of the year. Whether it is traveling, working, or staying home, how the staff spends their spring break can often reflect how they balance responsibilities with the need for rest.
“I think I can speak for most people when I say that [a long spring break] is very needed this year,” said Dylan Estes, 12. “Being a second semester senior, my motivation is already low, and having 10 weeks straight of school is so depressing. I’m going to Washington, D.C. with the band for the first half of the break which I’m super excited about!”
In comparison, Danny Heinen, who also holds many responsibilities as a senior, plans to balance relaxation with spending time with friends.
“Spring break is called a break for a reason,” said Heinen. “I want to spend time with friends I don’t normally hang out with, especially since the band kids are abandoning me. I never travel, but I am setting aside a few days to explore KC and Lawrence, especially the latter since it is the town I’m going to spend the next four years in.”
Sports come into play as well especially with the upcoming weather that puts athletes in a great position to rest while also staying in shape.
“My spring break mentality is to relax and recover. I compete in track all year round, so when it comes to spring break, it’s really the only time I get a break,” said Lily Bunker, 11. “Although I still have workouts to do, I make sure to give myself time to recover as well.”
And on the complete other side of the spectrum, some staff members allow these 10 days off to push schoolwork to the side completely.
“My family decided to do something special this spring break; we’re going to Tennessee,” said Marrius Hinton, 10. “I’m going to be gone for a whole five days which is kind of a new record for us. I just hope they pick a really nice hotel room. But aye, no more having to worry about school!”
