Looking forward to a day without getting pinched, most AHS students and faculty took precautions and incorporated green into their outfits. Some went above and beyond when creating their outfits, while others simply stuck something green around their wrists.

“I usually don’t wear green on Saint Patrick’s Day because when I do, I have bad luck,” sophomore Nardos Assefa said.

A tradition that started in the early 17th century, the pinching tradition originally began because some thought that mystical creatures – leprechauns – would sneak up on them to pinch them. Wearing green, as the old tales state, would keep you invisible from these leprechauns. Pinching is a rude reminder for others to take precautions when it comes to leprechauns.

Originally, Saint Patrick’s Day was supposed to be celebrated by wearing blue, but religious leaders soon made those that celebrate St. Patrick’s Day wear green.

“I would love it if everyone wore blue instead of green because blue is my favorite color,” Assefa said.

A wide assortments of green are acceptable, either pastel or neon; all is accepted on this holiday.

“I was about to leave my house when I realized I had nothing green on. I saw my green American Eagle jacket and put it on, so that I wouldn’t be pinched today. I’m glad I did,” sophomore Micaela Sierra said.
In the hallways, you might have spotted green dyed hair, four leaf clover antlers, or green beads. Some students even went as far as wearing wacky hats around. So when next year comes around, make sure you mark Saint Patrick’s Day on your calender and avoid getting pinched.