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By: Neko Baker

The Solons are ready to continue Thanksgiving traditions this year! The first Thanksgiving was celebrated by pilgrims in November of 1621, and over 400 years later, Americans continue to celebrate the holiday every fourth Thursday of November. The pilgrims held and attended an autumn harvest feast to dine on foods such as corn and a variety of fish. We now, traditionally, celebrate the holiday with a turkey and an array of delicious sides. New York was the first state to recognize Thanksgiving as a holiday in 1817, but it was officially adopted as a national holiday in 1827 after Sarah Josepha Hale, a prolific author, launched a campaign to recognize the holiday. Common Thanksgiving tradition consists of meeting with those you are thankful for over a large feast. The holiday is recognized as a way to express thankfulness for all we are grateful for. Students at Springfield High School have exciting plans for the holidays and, thankfully, a lot to be thankful for.

Madison and Rylee Clark, juniors, remark on their excitement for the holiday by sharing their plans. Madison states, “I am really excited to eat a bunch of food and to see all of my family. I think a fight is going to break out, which I am excited to watch.” Despite the drama, the twins shared their gratefulness for their family and friends. Rylee explains, “Although I am a picky eater and I don’t like Thanksgiving food, I like spending time with my family. I am very thankful for them and for my friends.” Unlike her sister, Madison is not a picky eater and is thankful for pasta.

Not only do people meet with their extended family for this holiday, but also with their siblings. Many students at SHS have older siblings in college with whom they are excited to reunite. Olivia McGuire, a junior, says “I am so excited for Thanksgiving! My older sister is going to be in town from college and I can’t wait to see her again! But I’m not excited to have to share my bathroom again.” McGuire is a cheerleader at SHS and is devoted to the school! She shared her appreciation for teachers and staff like Lydia Negele and Ben Kramer. She feels grateful for all the opportunities these teachers have provided her. From her favorite class– Newspaper– to fun activities like going on the roof, she exclaims, “The reasons to be thankful for Springfield High are endless!”

Many students at SHS are thankful for their families and everything they provide. Similarly to the Clark twins, Isaac Alexander, a sophomore, is thankful for his parents this Thanksgiving and appreciates all they do for him.

Myla Shannon, a junior, states she is thankful for her car this Thanksgiving. This is her first Thanksgiving with a license and she is very appreciative to be able to go anywhere she wants, anytime she wants!

Brooke Lyons, a junior, is thankful for Jimmy John’s. Sometimes, all you need to put a smile on your face is your favorite meal from your favorite restaurant.

Nicholas Reed, a junior, is thankful for a Secret Senator this Thanksgiving. Although he will not reveal who, the students at Springfield High School get along like no other and are thankful for all their meaningful relationships this holiday season. Ava Fultz, a freshman, also expresses her appreciation for another Solon– Fultz is thankful for Nate Unland.

Mia Volpert, a junior, is thankful for a lot this year. She recently committed to SIUE to play Division 1 softball; she said she is very thankful for this opportunity and the opportunity to play sports, in general. She is also thankful for her faith and for Diet Coke.

Nola Sommer, a junior, is a Hunger Games fanatic and was extremely excited about the release of the franchise’s new movie. She recently watched it and remarked, “I’m thankful for Tom Blythe and how hot he is in the new Hunger Games movie. He really blessed my eyes this Thanksgiving.” 

Students at Springfiel

The Solons are ready to continue Thanksgiving traditions this year! The first Thanksgiving was celebrated by pilgrims in November of 1621, and over 400 years later, Americans continue to celebrate the holiday every fourth Thursday of November. The pilgrims held and attended an autumn harvest feast to dine on foods such as corn and a variety of fish. We now, traditionally, celebrate the holiday with a turkey and an array of delicious sides. New York was the first state to recognize Thanksgiving as a holiday in 1817, but it was officially adopted as a national holiday in 1827 after Sarah Josepha Hale, a prolific author, launched a campaign to recognize the holiday. Common Thanksgiving tradition consists of meeting with those you are thankful for over a large feast. The holiday is recognized as a way to express thankfulness for all we are grateful for. Students at Springfield High School have exciting plans for the holidays and, thankfully, a lot to be thankful for.

Madison and Rylee Clark, juniors, remark on their excitement for the holiday by sharing their plans. Madison states, “I am really excited to eat a bunch of food and to see all of my family. I think a fight is going to break out, which I am excited to watch.” Despite the drama, the twins shared their gratefulness for their family and friends. Rylee explains, “Although I am a picky eater and I don’t like Thanksgiving food, I like spending time with my family. I am very thankful for them and for my friends.” Unlike her sister, Madison is not a picky eater and is thankful for pasta.

Not only do people meet with their extended family for this holiday, but also with their siblings. Many students at SHS have older siblings in college with whom they are excited to reunite. Olivia McGuire, a junior, says “I am so excited for Thanksgiving! My older sister is going to be in town from college and I can’t wait to see her again! But I’m not excited to have to share my bathroom again.” McGuire is a cheerleader at SHS and is devoted to the school! She shared her appreciation for teachers and staff like Lydia Negele and Ben Kramer. She feels grateful for all the opportunities these teachers have provided her. From her favorite class– Newspaper– to fun activities like going on the roof, she exclaims, “The reasons to be thankful for Springfield High are endless!”

Many students at SHS are thankful for their families and everything they provide. Similarly to the Clark twins, Isaac Alexander, a sophomore, is thankful for his parents this Thanksgiving and appreciates all they do for him.

Myla Shannon, a junior, states she is thankful for her car this Thanksgiving. This is her first Thanksgiving with a license and she is very appreciative to be able to go anywhere she wants, anytime she wants!

Brooke Lyons, a junior, is thankful for Jimmy John’s. Sometimes, all you need to put a smile on your face is your favorite meal from your favorite restaurant.

Nicholas Reed, a junior, is thankful for a Secret Senator this Thanksgiving. Although he will not reveal who, the students at Springfield High School get along like no other and are thankful for all their meaningful relationships this holiday season. Ava Fultz, a freshman, also expresses her appreciation for another Solon– Fultz is thankful for Nate Unland.

Mia Volpert, a junior, is thankful for a lot this year. She recently committed to SIUE to play Division 1 softball; she said she is very thankful for this opportunity and the opportunity to play sports, in general. She is also thankful for her faith and for Diet Coke.

Nola Sommer, a junior, is a Hunger Games fanatic and was extremely excited about the release of the franchise’s new movie. She recently watched it and remarked, “I’m thankful for Tom Blythe and how hot he is in the new Hunger Games movie. He really blessed my eyes this Thanksgiving.” 

Students at Springfield High School have much to be thankful for this holiday season. From trivial topics like Diet Coke to monumental matters like friends and family, our students are excited to celebrate and to show their thanks this Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for?

d High School have much to be thankful for this holiday season. From trivial topics like Diet Coke to monumental matters like friends and family, our students are excited to celebrate and to show their thanks this Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for?