Read additional student perspectives on whether Thanksgiving should remain a national holiday here.
“Yes. Although it shows a difficult time in history, it shares an important part of where we are today.”
-Freshman William Olson
“No. I don’t think colonialism should be celebrated.”
-Sophomore Lena Mekhjian
“Yes. It brings family members together, and it shares an important part of U.S. history.”
-Junior Bess Hodge
“Yes. It is a time to bond with family and celebrate one another. However, it is important to recognize the history behind Thanksgiving as well.”
-Senior Alex Tphan
(Quinn Simons)
“Yes. I like the idea of Thanksgiving. It’s a time to enjoy family, to relax and to be thankful for what you have.”
-Social studies teacher Scott King-Owen
Published and digitized November 2025.
