Spring-breakers take a breather from school

For about the last six decades, U.S. students have celebrated a ritual called spring break. Usually, it involves traveling to sunny beaches, lakes or resorts.

Tri-parish area students agree the coming week is a time to take a break from school, teachers, homework and class rules.

Here’s the creative n and traditional n ways some students are planning to spend the break.

What are you going to do for spring break?

“I may go to Lake Des Allemands or go to a couple of house parties to hang out with my friends, but mostly I’ll be at work. However, I am definitely bowling some crawfish where ever I go.” n Thibodaux High School senior Tanner Stevens

“I will be going to Atlanta, Georgia for a volleyball tournament with my after-school program.” n Terrebonne High School senior Nira Stewart

How do you feel about the 10-day spring break?

“I feel that the10-day break is a real stress reliever for me. After exams and school work, I just want a week to unwind and relax.” n Thibodaux High School junior Brock Breaux

“I feel that spring break is just what it is a break from school. It gives me a chance to hang out with my friends and family.” n Terrebonne High School junior Louis Bollinger

Do you every go out of town for spring break?

“Not always, but this year I am traveling to New York with some friends. We are going to see all the popular Broadway shows and maybe tour the city.” n Thibodaux High School sophomore Alex Plaisance

“We usually go to Mississippi every spring break. We go camping on a small river in Natchez.” n Terrebonne High School senior Marty Todd

What are some spring-break traditions?

“It’s been a tradition for all the seniors to packed and go to Grand Isle for a beach party and crawfish and shrimp boil. But this year I am going to shake things up a bit because I am playing in my last to softball games at Thibodaux High.” n Thibodaux High School senior Sunnie Diaz

“I am going to follow the tradition of going to Grand Isle. Every year, the senior class goes. But sometimes we go just to go, whether you’re a senior or not.” n Terrebonne High School senior Danielle Adams

Describe your typical break day?

“It varies with my family because we are spur of the moment vacationers. My mom and dad work all the time, so whenever they have off we might go do something. As for my spring break, I am going to spend it stocking shelves at Rouse’s.” n Thibodaux High School senior Monica Benoit

“Me and my sister hang out with our cousins, and sometimes we go visit our relatives in Texas.” n Terrebonne High School senior Carolyn Nguyen.

“My typical spring break include sleeping late and catching up on some much needed bedroom/house work.” n Terrebonne High School senior Erin Mire

What would you do on your dream spring break?

“My dream spring break would be to travel to Greece because I am interested in Greek mythology. But, I can’t go to Greece. Maybe my parents would let me have a traditional ‘toga party.’” n Thibodaux High School senior Dylan Cortez

“I’ve never been to a real beach, so my dream spring break would be to travel to Miami, Fla., and go to the beach.” n Terrebonne High School junior Antoinika McGuin

“My dream spring break would be to be able to do what I wanted when I wanted and not have to worry about my family imposing on my fun.” n Terrebonne High School senior Sarah Guidry

What would you need if you were stuck in “nowhere land” for the entire spring break?

“I would need my cell phone, several bags of crawfish, water, clothes and money … the basic necessities for a Louisiana girl.” n Thibodaux High School senior Rachel Benoit

“If I was stuck in the middle of nowhere for spring break I would need my cell phone, my iPod, my computer, some clothes, some food, which includes chocolate, and some magazines to read.” n Terrebonne High School junior Christine Nguyen

In a word, describe your spring break experience?

Thibodaux High School students describe spring break as a phenomenal, laid-back, amazing, un-expecting, eventful, extreme and vivacious week of fun.

Terrebonne High School students describe spring break as a time to vacation, watch BET, party, get a tan and go crazy. But not before having a relaxing, stress-free and easy-going Easter Sunday with their families.