By Carolina Alphonso, Staff Writer
It’s one of the most dangerous places in the world. No, not I-95 and not a public bathroom. While both are terrifying in their own way, neither can compare to the terror of a high school hallway.
Many students are speeding their way to their classes, hurrying up and down stairs in a desperate rush to get to class before the bell catches up to them. Junior Charlie Bishop stated, “I try to get to class as fast as possible. I don’t like being late.” Students, especially here at River Hill, are trying to get by the day as fast as possible. “I’m honestly trying to get to the end of the day.” Sophomore Joe Alphonso comments. “The faster I get to class, the better. I’m just trying to get home.” The faster they get to their classes, the faster they can get it over with and soon be embraced by the freedom of going through those school doors
However, there seems to be a common obstacle among many students here at River Hill. “The hallways are definitely a problem,” Senior Daniel Dzubak complained. “It’s too chaotic, especially with it being early in the morning.” During passing periods, the hallways flood with students, all going in different directions. It causes trouble for some to get to their classes on time. “There are too many people in the hallways,” Junior Ade Smithson stated, “I’m surprised I haven’t been trampled yet by how many kids are shoving through.”
It’s not only the number of students that seems to be causing an issue in the halls, but the students that linger there too. Senior Jizelle Williams made a complaint saying, “The amount of times I’ve had to go around because kids are standing in the middle of the hallway or stairs is insane.” Some find it frustrating to have some students stand by the large stairwells, giving them no room to pass through. It causes some commotion for a few and brews frustration. “I’m having trouble getting to a class that’s literally a few steps away.” Ellicott Olson said when asked about the hallways. “Like, why are kids just standing there? If you wanna talk, stand off to the side of something, not in the middle of the hallway.”
It’s safe to say that many students here at River Hill are, needless to say, a bit frustrated with the hallways. But there are simple solutions to this problem. “Stopping standing in the middle of the hallway is a good start,” Jizelle suggested. “You can stand to the side or in an area where people are walking through.” Many struggle to get a path to their class due to many lingering in the middle of the halls. Staying more toward the walls gives others a better chance of not getting stuck in the mod.
The halls can certainly be a rough place. An unpredictable area with chaos and numerous people chatting, talking and even running. So stay safe out there River Hill, and make sure to look both ways before crossing the halls!