Returning to school

When Canas arrived back at school her junior year many were eager to see her four legged friend Dakota. However, not everyone is happy to have the dog simply because of their allergies. Luckily the staff at Colonia High School were able to make arrangements for the pair. This allows all parties to receive the best education they can.

Although Canas has her dog by her side her day is just like anyone else.

“I wake up to Dakota licking my face then I let her out and get ready for school,” Canas says. “My day is normal like everyone else except I take my dog to school with me.”

Just like any student at Colonia High School, Canas has all four blocks and learns the same way as any other student. Each day at 8:30 Canas heads down to the nurse for a checkup but makes a quick pit stop to the school’s courtyard.

“Each day before I head down to the nurse and at lunch I let Dakota out to use the bathroom,” Canas stated. “If it is nice out that day we will play and quick game of ball then head back to class for the remainder of the block.”