Part of our What’s New in the PVS Neighborhood series

By 8th-Grade Blogger Soleil Antle

Just a few weeks ago, we were awarded a ten-day vacation. You might wonder why we got ten days off of school, and that would be because of Thanksgiving. I asked PVS students what their plans were for the break or what they did and they said: 

“Over the break I will be going to Newport to celebrate my birthday.” – Sarah Alnabelsi

“Over break I went camping and off-roading, to a Firebirds hockey game, to see some friends in a musical, and hung out with my friends.” – Emmy Kaminsky

“My family is coming to visit me and we’re going to a party!!!!! I’m going to go to Thanksgiving dinner and try to beat everyone’s outfits with mine.” – Morgan Richardson

“Over the break I stayed home and spent time with my family, [and I baked] holiday treats.” – Emerson Dunn

“Umm, just stay home. Most people go skiing, but I don’t really like skiing.” – Mason Conway

“First and foremost, I really enjoyed having time to simply relax at home, get some chores done, and watch some great movies (highlights included Sunset Boulevard (1950) and Fail Safe (1964) – both absolutely fantastic films and new personal favorites). I also spent a lot of time with my family. We had a nice memorial service for my uncle who passed away recently (it would have been his birthday on the 22nd).” – Mr. Hesson

As for me, my sister and I went to Paris for Thanksgiving and had a great time trying all the different foods and exploring the big city, then we went back home to Canada. 

It seems like everyone had a lot of fun! We now only have two weeks of school before going on Christmas break for two more weeks. Then we mark the start of 2026! Exciting stuff for the weeks and year ahead.