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‘A Day Without A Woman’ Shuts Down Schools Nationwide
Updated: March 15, 2017
Originally Published: March 7, 2017
“A Day Without A Woman” is already showing its impact — and schools are feeling it! As International Women’s Day approaches, the anticipated general strike is already proving its point: life doesn’t run smoothly without women.
Education is taking a significant hit, primarily because women make up the vast majority of teachers and school staff. Numerous schools along the east coast have announced closures for Wednesday, including all 16 schools in Alexandria, Virginia, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools in North Carolina, and various schools in New York. Districts closing their doors have cited the strike, noting that they simply can’t operate safely with such low staff attendance.
In Alexandria, over 300 public school employees requested the day off, prompting the district to close all schools. Superintendent Mark Thompson stated on the district’s website, “Given the unusually high number of requests, this may be attributed to the observance of International Women’s Day. Therefore, we have decided to close schools to ensure student safety and instructional quality.” He emphasized that this decision was made purely from a logistical standpoint, not as a political statement.
Jim Reynolds, the superintendent of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, echoed this sentiment. “After surveying our staff, the number of anticipated absences was significant,” Reynolds explained. “We simply will not have enough personnel to safely operate our district.”
In contrast, Maple Street School in Brooklyn is embracing the strike as a statement. They sent a letter to parents explaining their support for the initiative, which encouraged staff to participate in the strike. “At Maple Street, we teach our kids to express themselves and stand up for injustice. By participating in the strike, our staff will show our students that we not only talk the talk but walk the walk,” the letter stated.
The “A Day Without A Woman” general strike, inspired by the organizers of the historic Women’s March on Washington, urges women to take the day off work, refrain from spending money, and wear red in solidarity. The goal is to illustrate the critical role women play in both everyday life and the economy while standing against certain policies and remarks made by President Donald Trump. If you’re unable to take the day off, check out some ways to show your support.
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Summary
The upcoming “A Day Without A Woman” strike is making waves across the nation, with numerous schools closing due to anticipated staff absences, primarily affecting the education sector where women hold most positions. While some districts are closing for logistical reasons, others, like Maple Street School, are taking a stand in support of the strike. The event aims to highlight the essential role women play in society and will encourage participation through a day off work, reduced spending, and wearing red.