Already 30 000 demand a traditional Christmas in schools

Demand for a traditional Christmas at schools has led to small people’s movement in Finland. By Tuesday afternoon more than 30 000 people had signed a petition in favor of kindergartens and schools having a traditional Christmas party. The petition, also favored on Facebook is exceptionally high and it has provoked a lively debate – for and against.

It is about whether the children’s Christmas party can have new songs and program numbers, but also familiar and traditional songs and shows (...)