What we are thankful for...

Today is our last day of school before Thanksgiving break. We wanted to take a quick minute to share what we are thankful for this year.

Jorge: I'm thankful for shelter, because without shelter we would be very cold in winter. I'm thankful for food because without food we would die. I'm thankful for books. Books make you smarter and increase your vocabulary skills.

Chris: I'm thankful for my family, because they've provided so much for me, like food and a home. I'm grateful for the education that is provided for me. The teachers at my school are nice. Finally, the thing I'm most thankful for is being an American, because we have freedom.

Starnice: Three things I am thankful for are my family, my house, and to be able to go to school. I'm thankful for my family because I have people who love me and care for me. I'm thankful for my house because during the storms I don't get wet or scared. I'm thankful for being able to go to school because in the past African-American people couldn't go to good schools like I can now.

Lesly: The first thing I am thankful for is my family. My family is always there when I need them. The second thing I am thankful for is my friends. I can talk to them about anything. I trust them and they are nice to me. I am also thankful to be Mexican. We are proud of our background and we make good food!

Jamiece: I am thankful that America has a holiday when you and your family can get together and have a great time. The second thing I am thankful for is to have a great family. The last thing I am thankful for is that I have great friends!

Matthew: I am thankful for numerous things. One thing that I am thankful for is running water. My aunt went to Kenya, Africa and she said they didn't have running water that was purified. Also I'm glad that I have a mom and dad and that they are healthy. The last thing I am thankful for is that we can come to school and get a good education.

Jonathan: One thing I am thankful for is that my family hasn't had any bad accidents. Another thing I am thankful for is that my family is here to celebrate altogether. Another thing is that we can go to cool places to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Ti: I am thankful for food because if there wasn't any, people would be hungry. I am thankful for friends because without them, people would be lonely. Finally I am thankful for God and Jesus because they made everything and everyone and they protect us.

Kimberly: I am thankful for having to go to school because I get to learn stuff and later get a good job. The second thing I am thankful for is having a family because I can be loved. The last thing I am thankful for is having a house because I don't have to live on the streets.

Adrian: I am thankful for food because when I'm hungry, it is there. I am thankful for my family because when I need them, they are there. The last thing I am thankful for is my best friends Dylan and Jonathan. They are there when I need them too.

Jaquelin: One of the things I am thankful for is having a family. Some kids don't have a mom or dad to spend time with. The second thing I am thankful for is having everything I need. Some kids aren't able to get all the things they need or want to have. The third thing I am thankful for are my friends Lesly, Sohani, and Roberto. They are the best friends a person could have.

Melanie: I am thankful that I am able to help my brother with his homework. I can help him so that he can understand things. Another thing I am thankful for is that I passed the EOG test in 3rd grade and 4th grade. Now I am in 5th grade. My last thing I am thankful for is that I have a best friend that I can talk with.

Michaela: I am thankful for food because some people don't have food. I am thankful for a house and a car because some people can't afford cars and houses. I am thankful for clothes and toys because some people might not be able to afford clothes and toys.

Scott: I am thankful for the Earth because if the Lord made people and not the Earth, then where would we walk, run, or live? I am thankful for food because if we didn't have it we would starve to death. The last thing I am thankful for is my family because I would be alone if I didn't have one.

Sohani: I am thankful that every night I can go to sleep and wake up in the morning and not be sick. I am thankful that I am getting a good education and for a teacher that explains things to me. I am also thankful for being loved and cared for by my family.

Nadaisa: The things I am thankful for are food, clothes, friends, family, and my mom and dad. I am thankful for everything and even God because He is who made us.

Mrs. Staton: I am thankful for so many things. I am so thankful for my wonderful husband. He is my best friend! I am thankful to have a happy and healthy son. He has made 2008 one of the best years of my life. I am thankful that I have a job that allows me to work with such wonderful students each year.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!