Student Thanksgiving traditions

On Thursday, November 24th, 2016 families throughout the United States gathered together to celebrate Thanksgiving. Here in Norton, students celebrate Thanksgiving in many different ways. Some go out to eat at a restaurant, others cook at their houses, or some go to other family members houses. Even though families celebrate the same holiday, many celebrate differently, with different traditions or different foods. Many people are also thankful for many different reasons.

Ron Y., Senior at Burton, this year, is thankful for his family and his girlfriend. His favorite Thanksgiving food is turkey, but he also loves to eat many different Asian foods, such as rice and different types of meats. Aaron M.,10th grader, is thankful this year for having a roof over his head and that his family in Mexico is safe. He also says " Don't take Thanksgiving for granted . . . but spend time with your family." Holden H., 9th grader, says his favorite tradition is sitting down with his family and watching the Redskins game.

Most of the students at Burton have celebrated Thanksgiving for many years. A new student, Dwight D., who came to Burton from Thailand has only celebrated Thanksgiving once before. He was hoping that his parents would celebrate it this year. The first time he celebrated Thanksgiving was in Thailand, and his family ate KFC.  This year they could not find the food they preferred so they just ate bread.  Overall he was very thankful for his Thanksgiving.

Written by: Makayla M. and Tori F.