This is Going to Get Me in Trouble, BUT

When has that ever stopped me? So, I am just going to say it anyway: Those people who make the stupid comments about education and inclement weather LIVE here. And I know some of them.

There. I've said it. It's out there.

During our latest 'snow days' from school, I have seen some of the most ridiculous comments on Facebook. I had no idea that I knew, personally, so many idiots. I am now aware.

I read one status that informed the readers "it isn't even doing anything out there..this is ridiculous." Maybe not at your house. But it never stopped coming down at mine. Besides, you homeschool your kids. Why are you even commenting on the decision NOT to run buses and have people drive cars over icy bridges?

And the comment about the bill being considered so that kids don't have to make up days like this and "who's worried about an edjumacation?" My response: Oh, so YOU'RE the ONE who thinks that attending EXACTLY 180 days of school equals a meaningful education. We're talking out of date, friend. Educate yourself. And, seriously Dude, go read about that bill and why they want to pass it.

Perhaps some people, who live in Charleston County, forget just how big our county is There are huge numbers of students and teachers who live away from the coast and they have major ice issues and power outages. Not to mention that this is the low-country of SC. We are NOT equipped to deal with ice. So, sit down and shut up.

Then there are the comments that they made and announced the decision too late. That they should have let people know earlier in the day. That it's "not rocket science." Ha! It might as well be. Because a good portion of our county is coastal, the weather will change in a matter of minutes. What is forecast may or may not occur. With this in mind, the district makes the best decisions they can in collaboration with emergency preparedness authorities. Oh, and, just so you know (you moron), the Ravenel Bridge was closed ALL FREAKING DAY.

I have to say that a lot of our parents were thrilled to spend another day with their kids but they commented things like: "My kids are going to hate this because y'all make school and learning so much fun for them." How sweet is that? She's right, though. Our teachers are amazing!

My favorite of the day was from one of my most favorite teacher:

"I'm sorry but I have to get this off my chest. You parents complaining about school being closed tomorrow would be the first ones to storm the district offices if your child was involved in a bus wreck due to ice. The district is looking out for the safety of all children and employees. Instead of negative comments, put that energy into cherishing another day with your precious child.'

My but the stupidity level has just gotten out of hand around here. Waaaay out of hand.

Do people carry on in your area like this?