By Principal Vargas
Welcome to the jungle with Principal Vargas, Panther Nation! This is the month of love and romance. As we all know, February 14th is Valentine’s Day. When I was your age, a long time ago, I thought Valentine’s Day was giving out classroom valentine cards, bringing a brown paper back to collect valentine cards, and eating all the chocolate I could eat. I can remember Valentine’s Day 1980, hoping to get that special Valentine’s card from Sue Jenson. I can share with all of you, 30 years later, I never received that special card from Sue, but I sure did tell my home boys I did. Had my little sister write out a card to show off to all the guys who were also waiting for a card from Sue. Who would have known this would be a life lesson for me.
As I grew up the meaning of Valentine’s Day changed. It’s about showing love, respect, and treating others as I want to be treated. Telling people how important they are to me and thank them for all they have done to help me be successful. I never miss a day to let my wife, Callico, my kids, and my mother know that I love them very much. I have Valentine’s Day, every day.
As all of you prepare for the big day on February 14th. I want you to think on how you can make Valentine’s Day an everyday holiday. Being able to tell your parents, siblings, and loved ones how important they are to you; thanking your teachers and staff members at HHS every day; being a positive role model for others, and finally, giving your principal a huge bear hug! After COVID!
I want to wish everybody a Happy Valentine’s Day, and if nobody told you that they loved you, I DO!
The Harrison Pawprint 