In Mr. Hirshorn’s fourth grade class, students discussed improving themselves and realized that no one is perfect and all can improve on at least one aspect of their lives.

They had a brilliant discussion about New Year’s resolutions. The class, including the teacher, made a list of improvements that they thought were attainable in the New Year. The class turned these lists into remarkable writing pieces that showed the creativity and honesty of the students. Here are a few of the resolutions they came up with:

Mr. Hirshorn: “Stop eating junk food and try to eat more fruits and vegetables.”

Jhaisir: “My New Year’s resolution is something I really, really need to work on… eating more.”

Brian: “I’m good at basketball but not that good. I want my New Year’s resolution to be getting better at basketball.”

Vy: “I have to help my mom do chores.”

Emily: “My New Year’s resolution is to play violin better.”

Kyla: “I’ve been feeling weak lately, so I want to eat more nutrients.”

Mikey: “My New Year’s resolution is to do all my work in class.”

Evalissa: “I’m very messy and since it is the New Year, I know what to do. I’m going to do. I’m going to be more organized and clean.”

Janelle: “My New Year’s resolution is to be a better daughter and sister.”

Alex: “Since it is the New Year, I’ve decided my resolution is to exercise more.”

We all hope to keep these resolutions… will you? Have a phenomenal 2015!