Memorial Day, the unofficial start of summer and a day honoring our nation's fallen veterans, is a day off work and off school for the majority of Americans. But one Ohio school district has instead decided to schedule classes for the day in order to make up for weather related closings earlier this school year.

Fairfield schools in Butler County will be making up the last of nine days missed due to a September wind storm and winter weather closings. The district, which consists of 10,100 students, will be the only one open in Ohio on Monday.

The town of Fairfield also canceled its parade, replacing it with a significantly smaller event. The school is planning in-school events to honor the holiday as well.

Parents and veterans are angered by the moves, saying that it is disrespectful. But school officials say it is necessary and prevents seniors from having to attend a day of class after graduation.