“To be able to understand how powerful his message was and to appreciate everything he did.”

— Stephanie Crandon, freshman

“I think it gives us more of a chance to celebrate his life with our family and do more in our community.”

— Ashley Rector, freshman

“To remember the importance of what he did for everyone with his influence.”

— Michael Smith, freshman

“Because Martin Luther King Jr. served a monumental role in the history of the country and we should have the day off to reflect on what he did.”

— Keirstin Addington, freshman

“I really don't see why actually. Martin Luther King Jr. was a great man, and I like having the day off, but I don't see the point of not going to school.”

— Asher O'Connor, freshman

“It makes people remember what he did. Some kids are just like 'Yeah, it's a day off,' but it really gives you the chance to think about it.”

— Marissa Martin, freshman

“Because he fought against racism, which was such a huge thing at the time and is still a huge issue today.”

— Olie Bowden, freshman

“I think kids notice it more when they have the day off. We have more time to appreciate the holiday.”

— Martha Allen, freshman