On the North side of the river, Pella, Pella Christian, PCM and Central all start Spring Break with the end of classes Friday, and it extends until students return to school on the 24th. Pella Superintendent Greg Ebeling tells KNIA/KRLS that while many communities are choosing to shorten spring break to a three or four day weekend, however, the majority of Pella residents still want to continue with the week long break, and many plan vacations months if not years in advance.