First of all, I want to make my point of view clear, I don't support this point of view, and I think this point of view is very problematic.
In the context of the current era, primary and secondary schools are closed for holidays, mostly because of extreme weather. Extreme weather is not something that can be summed up simply by rain and snow.
In fact, in the face of extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain and heavy snowfall, it is difficult for not only students but also teachers to arrive at school on time. If you insist on attending classes in such weather, it will not only add to the burden of paralyzed urban traffic, but also be a risk to the safety of teachers and students. Considering the limited number of times this extreme weather occurs in a year, the necessity of insisting on normal classes during these days is minimal.
Indeed, this is not a question of whether students suffer hardship, but a last resort based on the reality that urban traffic is vulnerable to bad weather.
Moreover, blaming school closures on simple rain and snow is a clear overlook of the diversity and complexity of the realities. Often, school closures are due to more severe weather conditions such as typhoons, torrential rains, heavy snowfall, floods, etc., which are due to concerns for the safety of teachers and students.
In the event of extreme weather such as typhoons, torrential rains, heavy snowfall, and floods, it is difficult to ensure the safety of going out, let alone maintain normal teaching order. In typhoon weather, people are unstable when walking, and even roofs can be overturned; In flood weather, the water is so high that the water is so high that it is impossible for students to go to class in this kind of weather.
Besides, there are many ways to help students improve their mental and physical fitness, and there is no need to take such a big risk.
First of all, we can cultivate a positive mindset and encourage students to see opportunities for growth in the face of difficulties. Students can also be taught simple stress management techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, and effective time management techniques.
Improving students' social skills and self-awareness is also the key to improving their psychological quality. By participating in team activities and social events, students learn in practice how to communicate and collaborate effectively with others. At the same time, encouraging students to engage in self-reflection and better understand their emotions and needs through journaling and other activities can be very helpful in boosting their self-awareness and resilience.
In terms of physical fitness, regular physical activity can not only enhance physical fitness, but also improve students' coordination skills and teamwork spirit.
In school, it is important to ensure that the students' PE classes can be carried out normally, instead of "the PE teacher is sick", "the PE teacher is on leave", "The PE teacher gave me this lesson"...Phenomena like that.
In addition to physical education, students are encouraged to participate in a variety of extracurricular sports, such as ball games, swimming, and running, which not only help maintain physical fitness, but also provide opportunities for students to relax and enjoy sports.
At the same time, a balanced diet and adequate rest and sleep are equally important for students' physical development. By educating them to understand and practice the principles of healthy eating and to establish good sleep habits, we can help students build a sense of self-care.
The real purpose of education is to promote the healthy growth of children, not through unrealistic "frustration education". The notion of children as flowers that need to grow in a greenhouse, as well as emphasizing the importance of experiences of suffering, is no longer applicable in the current social environment. We should pay more attention to providing a safe and healthy environment for growth, rather than allowing them to seek growth in unnecessary risks.