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Does Christmas start Nov. 1 or after Thanksgiving?

November 22, 2023
Andie Kephart
“Nov. 1 because Thanksgiving doesn’t really count as like a whole holiday. Christmas is way better,” eighth grader Livi Adams said.

 

 

Seventh grader Morgon Thompson said, “I think Nov. 1. because it’s my favorite holiday, and I want to celebrate it as long as possible!” (Lydia Schimansky)

 

 

Eighth grader Addison Mitchell said, “Nov. 1 by far because it is scientifically proven that people who decorate earlier are happier, and I want to be happy!” (Ella Heverly)
Eighth grader Nayzia Midder said, “I think it starts Nov. 1 because it usually snows on Nov. 1, and that’s when Christmas starts.” (Londyn Runk)

Eighth grader Riley Winters said, “Thanksgiving. Because technically, it’s not even winter yet. It’s still fall.” (Emma Hovan)

Eighth grader Lucas Fleck said, “After Thanksgiving because the cold weather makes it feel more like Christmas.” (Fin Reed)
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Andie Kephart
Andie Kephart, Reporter
Hey! My name is Andie Kephart, and I'm an eighth grader and reporter for Livewire. I really enjoy writing, reporting and photography. I'm very excited to be a part of the Livewire staff. Outside of school, I enjoy doing competitive weightlifting, painting and spending time with my friends. I have been lifting for 3 years now and have competed in many national competitions  all across  the U.S.  My favorite quote that I hear coaches and teachers say is, “Give 110% in all that you do.” I try to apply this to my life in the things that I do. My future plans are to go to Penn State University and become a physical therapist.
Fin Reed
Fin Reed, Reporter
Hello! I am Fin Reed, I am 14 years old, a reporter and I am in eighth grade. Some things about me is that I really like cats and dogs. I love cooking and baking; my favorite thing to make are cake pops! I dye my hair very often, and I have 4 siblings. I love listening to music and making lyrics! I make bracelets and sometimes do Henna designs. I originally went to Juniata Elementary School when I was younger! I really like swimming and hiking in my free time!
Londyn Runk
Londyn Runk, Reporter
Hello! My name is Londyn, and I'm an eighth grade reporter. Since I was little, I have always enjoyed writing, so I'm super excited to write for Livewire this year! I love makeup/skincare, photography, going to the gym and travelling. My favorite place to travel to is New York City. When I'm older, I want to go to NYU and become an author. I have an English bulldog, a sheepadoodle, a baby turtle and two cats.