Following the school’s first academic pep rally of the school year, many students were frustrated about the rally being on a hot day. Students simply want to enjoy what the school performances have to offer without melting. To combat this heat, rallies should be held during the late morning.
Last year, rallies were optional and during lunch inside the Arena. Many students seemed to like this idea; they were able to go in and out of the rally anytime they wanted. However, the students who participated directly in the rally (choreo, drill, sports teams, ASB, etc.) were not given the opportunity to have lunch—some even skipped the following period to have lunch.
It is unlikely for students to want to participate in spirit games when it is hot. Some students may choose to bring umbrellas and hats, but the majority are under the blazing sun. Other students may feel that they are forced to sit and watch and often get frustrated, taking away from the wonderful performances and activities presented in the rallies.
Excessive heat can also lead to health problems. Given that weather patterns are unpredictable, it may not appear hot until the day arrives. The weather app could show 86 Fahrenheit degrees one day and 104 degrees the next. It is not ASB or anyone’s fault that the day chosen turned out to be hot, but it is not unlikely a student could get a heatstroke. The bleachers at the football field have little to no shade for students and on the actual field there are only two portable canopy tents that can not possibly house everyone.
However, with the rally being held earlier in the morning, 10 a.m. for example, the temperature would not be as severe. Students who actively participate in rallies would not have any health issues, be able to eat lunch at the same time as other students, and be more likely to show off their school spirit by taking part in spirit games.
