As our melting-pot society has progressed into one that rejoices in its multi-faceted cultural and religious heritage, the public celebration of religious holidays has become more and more difficult. Should our public school classrooms celebrate Christmas? What if they include Hanukkah? But wait, don’t forget Kwanzaa or Ramadan or the Winter Solstice. If you’re confused as to exactly how many reasons you have for celebrating the season, follow me on today’s multi-cultural holiday exploration.
