1. Part of students' education requires that they learn culture of societies, so the Christmas Holiday is a great educational tool to incorporate culture and traditions.
2. Teachers know the standards they must meet, and they are held to these standards, so if they move at a fast enough pace that allows them the extra day for a Christmas celebration, then they should be allowed to celebrate.
3. The Christmas Holiday has a lot of morals that children need to learn such as selflessness, giving, joy, and celebration of life. A child's education requires that they learn more than merely facts, but also views and understanding of the world around them.
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