Spring Break

By Jade Henry
FWIS Contributing Youth Writer

Why is spring break important to students? Spring break offers students a chance to escape their usual stress as they prepare for final examinations, AP tests, graduation and athletic events. Teenagers' physical health can benefit from a protracted vacation from school as well. To provide students a little break from their demanding academic schedules before final exams and the second part of the school year, spring break is usually planned anywhere between March and April.

Why is spring break important for mental health? Spring break is a critical time to take a break from academic work and change the routine of everyday life. It also provides an opportunity to consider the difficulties of the semester. During your time off, take time for yourself, pay attention to your body, and rest and rejuvenate in a way that best supports your mental well-being. Mental health is very important. Our emotional, psychological, and social well-being are all parts of our mental health. It influences our feelings, thoughts and behaviors. It also influences how we respond to stress, interact with people, and make wise decisions. Every stage of our life, we should be encouraged to take breaks.

The amazing weather in the springtime tends to make people feel better. The surroundings around us shift with the arrival of spring. There is an emergence of wildlife, and generally warmer weather. This gives us the chance to make the most of being outside and enjoy what nature has to offer. Being outside and being active are great ways to destress. It allows you to get fresh air, have fun in the sun, and lose weight. A few outdoor activities include some of the following, biking, camping, hiking, fishing, swimming, horseback riding and going to parks.

Traveling during spring break to visit family is also something fun to do and is beneficial to you as well as the whole family. Spending time together helps strengthen the bonds between family members, fostering trust, understanding, and open communication. Engaging in activities and sharing experiences with family can create lasting memories and deepen emotional connections, contributing to a more fulfilling life.

Spring break gives everyone time to chill and get a break from academics and our busy everyday lives. I hope you realize the importance of having time to yourself and also spending time with loved ones.

Happy Spring and Enjoy your break!