Elwood Fourth Graders Give Back With Thanksgiving Gift Bags

ELWOOD, NY — Fourth graders at James H. Boyd Intermediate School spent the days leading up to Thanksgiving giving back in a meaningful way. Students in Loren Levine’s class created dozens of festive gift bags for families staying at Ronald McDonald House, aiming to bring a little comfort to those spending the holiday far from home.

The Boyd students filled each bag with a handmade turkey craft, snacks, and even some of their Halloween candy — a gesture they hoped would bring joy to children and parents facing medical challenges.

Ronald McDonald House provides a “home-away-from-home” for families with a child receiving medical treatment at nearby hospitals. Levine said the project not only supported families in need but also taught her students the importance of gratitude, kindness, and community service.

“They put so much heart into it,” she said. “The kids loved knowing their creativity and generosity would make someone else’s holiday a little brighter.”