Shared by Mrs. Gillum's and Ms. Pechan's 5th and 6th Grade Elementary Class
An incredible journey to new friends, explored cultures, and discovered heroes has led us this final destination. The world is a little cozier now that we feel closer to our international friends. We have been overwhelmed with the pictures, music, and gifts from other children. We are priviledged to share our heroes with you.
Mother Teresa
By: Diana from Sultana
"Kind words kind be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless"-Mother Teresa
George Lopez
By: Ramon from Sultana
“We have so many people in the camp that it's difficult for everybody to find a porta-potty. With 90,000 people at a game, you can imagine 10,000 standing in line.”
Jackie Chan
By: Stephanie from Sultana
"When I was a child, there was somebody very kind to me and now I also want to be kind."
Blake Mycoskie
By: Alisson from Sultana
Fred Myers
By: Leslie from Sultana
"All thoughtful persons recognize that cruelty is an evil that should be eradicated from our society, not merely for the sake of animals, but for our own good." - Fred Myers
Amelia Earhart
By: Venessa from Sultana
"...decide...whether or not the goal is worth the risk if it is stop worrying..."
Raul Jose Delgado
By: Jesse from Sultana
"Caring and nice, but tough when he needs to be."
Abraham Lincoln
By: Ivan from Sultana
"Slavery is horrible, and it should not spread."
Emiliano Zapata-Salazar
By: Giselle from Sultana
"It is better to die on your feet, than to live on your knees." -Emilinao Zapata
Medgar Wiley Evers
By: Madu from Sultana
"You can kill a man but you can't kill an idea"
Paul Revere
By: Anthony from Sultana
“The British are coming! The British are coming!"
Demitria Devonne Lovato
By: Esmeralda from Sultana
Theodore Roosevelt
By: Yaneth from Sultana
"Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far"-TR or Teddy Roosevelt
Mae Jemison
By: Essence from Sultana
"I want to make sure we use all our talent, not just 25 percent. " -Mae Jemison
Lionel Andres Messi
By: Eduardo from Sultana
“Goal, Goal, Goal.” Messi said.
Reggie Bush
By: Cameron from Sultana
"I expect great things out of myself. It just comes with the territory of making the most of what God has given you. I'm just trying to make the most out of a blessing I was given."
Ronaldinho
By: Adrian from Sultana
“God gives gifts to everyone, ... Some can write, some can dance. He gave me the skill to play football and I am making the most of it.”
Roald Dahl
By: Jason from Sultana
"A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men."
Joannie Rochette
By: Carla from Sultana
Los Topos de Mexico
By: Leslie from Sultana
Los Topos de Mexico
is one of the most elite earthquake rescue teams in the world.
Valdez Family
By: Carina from Sultana
The Valdez family shared their home to those in need.
Jenny G. Navarro
By: Elijah from Sultana
"There's nothing I wouldn't do for my kids ... They are my heart, my soul, and my life.''