Opening Ceremonies?

[Grossi]

Is there a reason they are this late in the day? If they were sooner and had Quals till 7:30 it would allow our students to get food at the arena before it was over. The way it is now, we get out and it is starting to get dark which causes a safety issue for letting our 50+ kids go out and get dinner in an American City which ranks consistently in the top 5 most dangerous cities in the US.

Yes I know I can tell them to get food before 6, but many say it is too early and don't. And no, letting them starve is not an option. With conversations I have had with other Mentors I know I'm not the only one who has experienced this over the years.

Seriously why can't Opening Ceremonies be at the opening?!?