Change in Christmas Card Terminology Sparks Controversy at Scottish School

A primary school in Scotland has opted to refer to traditional Christmas cards as “winter cards” in an effort to honor diversity and promote inclusivity among students. The move, reported by Times, led to a backlash after the deputy head of Kaimhill Primary School in Aberdeen received threatening calls following an email sent to parents about this change, which gained traction on social media.

The school’s communication explained the reasoning behind the shift: “To reflect this inclusivity in our communications we refer to seasonal cards as winter cards rather than Christmas cards. This terminology helps ensure that our language is welcoming and inclusive of all members of our school community.” The message also noted that families could still call the cards Christmas cards if they preferred.

The email thanked parents for their ongoing support in creating a respectful and open environment. However, a screenshot of this email that circulated online sparked considerable outrage, with some claiming the school was attempting to “cancel Christmas.”

In response, one parent criticized the decision, stating, “This woke nonsense needs to stop.” Another expressed frustration over the perceived threat to customs and traditions: “Who is getting paid to destroy our traditions?” A third voice added, “This is just utter madness. Why are they cancelling Christmas for kids?”

Kaimhill Primary, located in the Garthdee area, still has several festive activities planned for the year, including parties, fairs, and carol singing, as highlighted by the Daily Record.

This isn’t the first occasion that the celebration of Christmas has drawn scrutiny. Earlier in 2023, the city of Bradford in England announced plans for a “multi-faith festive tree” for the holiday season, which some viewed as an attack on Christian traditions, further complicating the ongoing conversation about Christmas as a broadly accepted community celebration.