As Valentine’s Day approaches, students  are preparing to celebrate in different ways. Valentine’s Day,  is known as a day focused on love and appreciation, but not everyone feels the same about it.

Sophomore Itzel Garcia said she is not a fan of the holiday.

“I don’t really like Valentine’s Day,” Garcia said. “It feels kind of forced, and some people get left out.”

Some students, however, look forward to the celebrations and traditions that come with the day.

Sophomore Austin Janoe said he thinks Valentine’s Day can be fun if people don’t take it too seriously.

“I think it’s cool to just hang out with friends and give small gifts,” Janoe said. “It doesn’t have to be a big deal.”

Teachers also notice how the holiday affects students during the school day. Michael Guzman, a teacher at Chapin, said Valentine’s Day can change the mood around campus.

“You can definitely tell it’s Valentine’s Day,” Guzman said. “Some students are excited, and others seem stressed, but overall it brings a different kind of energy to school.”

While some students enjoy celebrating with candy, flowers, or social media posts, others prefer to treat it like a normal day. As Feb. 14 gets closer,  students continue to have mixed opinions, showing that Valentine’s Day means something different to everyone.