18 things to be thankful for in high school

Our crazy and tumultuous lives often cast a shadow over the simpler virtues in life. It’s so easy to take things for granted but, with Thanksgiving right around the corner, we have a chance to reflect on everything we should be grateful for. Given that as teenagers our lives revolve around our school, friends, study – here are 18 things to be thankful for in high school.

Friends – For adding color and fun to our days

Clubs – The intersection of our hobbies and academia

Sports – The igniting of team-spirit and time spent playing with friends

Community – The opportunity to become a part of something bigger than ourselves

Trips – The joy of traveling with our peers and exploring new places

Teachers – The ones who inspire and add value to our lives

Freedom – The ability to shape ourselves in any way we wish and to create a better future for ourselves

Experiences – The life-enhancing experiences we’re given throughout our high school career

Diversity – The experience of studying and living with people who come from all walks of life

Collaboration – The ability to work alongside our peers and create something new and innovative

Weekends – The days we live for more than anything

Privilege – The access we have to a good quality education

Gym – The facilities for workouts and weightlifting that make us more active and healthy

Hostel – The extended family we live and spend our time with

Vending Machines – The life-saving snacks to make up for the breakfast we probably missed!

Library – The go-to place to study or to hang out with friends

Snow Days – The thing we most look forward to during the winter (other than Christmas!)

Preparedness – The work-life balance that has prepared us for the future

Global Citizenship – The journey of becoming global citizens who will bring about positive change in the world

 

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At EF Academy we’re thankful to be one of the most international boarding schools in the world. Our students represent more than 75 different countries making our community a network that spans the globe.