The Meaning of Thanksgiving

What Does Thanksgiving Mean to You?

The Meaning of Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving means different things to different people. Every year, families come together to celebrate the holiday that is Thanksgiving. Spectrum asked WBHS students, “what Thanksgiving means to you?”        

Thanksgiving to me is about having fun with family and friends and taking a break from school.

— Emily Zaleski, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about spending time with family and going on vacation.

— Lina Karesh, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about going to concerts and spending time with family.

— Sam Perlman, 10

Thanksgiving to me means spending time with family and eating good food.

— Hope Hall, 9

Thanksgiving to me is mainly about family. My sister is away at college so I get to spend time with her. Gathering with loved ones is always the best part of the holidays.

— Lauren Zimmerman

Thanksgiving to me is a momentous occasion for my feelings, it gives me time to say thanks.

— Elie Huez, 10

Thanksgiving to me is a time to spend time with the family and relax.

— Kevin Kempt, 10

Turkey and filling makes my day on Thanksgiving.

— Brock Thomas, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about getting to eat really great food and spending time with friends.

— Tyson Knight, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about football and food.

— Tyler Christensen, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about hanging out and spending time with family.

— Karolis Blazevicius, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about being with family and friends.

— Kelli Schultz, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about being grateful I’m not a Turkey.

— Ilyssa Brunhild, 10

Thanksgiving to me is about family and friends and eating good food!

— Maddie Klemz, 10

Comment below on what Thanksgiving means to you!