6 “Thank You” Speeches by Kindergarten Students

2. A Thank You Speech to the School Librarian

Hello everyone. My name is Michael, and today I want to thank our amazing librarian, Ms. Parker. She makes the library my favorite place in the whole school. Every time I walk through those big wooden doors, she greets me with a warm “Welcome back, young reader!”

Ms. Parker knows exactly which books each student likes. When I told her I love stories about space, she showed me a shelf full of books about planets, astronauts, and shooting stars. She even put sticky notes on some pages to show me the coolest pictures of Saturn’s rings.

During story time, Ms. Parker doesn’t just read the words. She uses different voices for each character and makes sound effects that bring the story alive. When she read “Where the Wild Things Are,” she roared so loud that Principal Stevens came to check if everything was okay. We all laughed, and he stayed to hear the rest of the story.

Ms. Parker created a special reading corner with big, squishy bean bags and twinkling lights. She calls it our “Reading Galaxy” because the lights look like stars. When we finish reading a book, we get to put a paper rocket ship with our name on the “Reading Astronauts” wall.

One day, I accidentally spilled juice on a book about dinosaurs. I was so scared to tell Ms. Parker, but she wasn’t mad at all. She taught me how to carefully dry the pages and said “Books are meant to be read and loved. Sometimes accidents happen.” Then she showed me how to make a special cover to protect books when we read during snack time.

Ms. Parker started a “Reading Buddies” program where older students read to us during lunch. She matches us with buddies who like the same kinds of books we do. My reading buddy Jake taught me big words like “pterodactyl” and “archaeological.” Now I can say them perfectly.

She always remembers our birthdays and lets us pick out a special book to read to the class. On my birthday, she helped me practice reading “Dragons Love Tacos” before I read it to everyone. When I got nervous, she sat next to me and whispered encouraging words.

Every Friday, Ms. Parker wears a shirt with book characters on it. She lets us guess which stories they’re from, and we get to pick one of those books for story time. Last week, she wore a shirt with the Cat in the Hat, and we spent the whole afternoon reading Dr. Seuss books.

Ms. Parker makes everyone feel special and smart. When Tommy had trouble reading, she found books with bigger letters and fewer words per page. Now Tommy reads one new book every week and has his own wall of paper rocket ships.

Thank you, Ms. Parker, for making our library a place where books come alive and reading feels like an adventure. You help us discover new stories and become better readers every day. Our library is the best place in school because of you.

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Commentary: A genuine expression of appreciation that highlights the creative and nurturing approach of a dedicated school librarian. This speech works well for National Library Week, Librarian Appreciation Day, or a school staff recognition ceremony.

3. A Thank You Speech to the School Nurse

Hi everyone. My name is Emily, and I want to say thank you to Nurse Betty, our school nurse. She takes care of us when we don’t feel well and makes the nurse’s office a place where we never feel scared.

Nurse Betty has cartoon bandages with superheroes on them. She says they have special healing powers, but only if we believe in them. When I scraped my knee at recess, she put on a Wonder Woman bandage and told me I was brave just like Wonder Woman. By the time I went back to class, my knee didn’t hurt anymore.

Sometimes students come to school with a tummy ache or headache. Nurse Betty has a special chair she calls the “Feel Better Throne.” She wraps us in a soft blanket and tells us stories about when she was a little girl. She knows exactly how to make everyone feel better.

One time, my friend Alex had an asthma attack during gym class. Everyone was worried, but Nurse Betty stayed calm. She helped Alex use his inhaler and rubbed his back until his breathing got better. Then she taught our whole class about asthma so we would understand what happened and how to help if it happens again.

Nurse Betty keeps a chart on her wall with different faces showing how we feel. She taught us that it’s okay to tell someone when we don’t feel good, and it’s okay to ask for help. She says taking care of our feelings is just as important as taking care of our bodies.

During flu season, Nurse Betty visits each classroom dressed as a germ-fighting superhero. She wears a cape made of paper towels and teaches us the proper way to wash our hands. She made up a hand-washing song that we all sing while washing, and now none of us forget to clean between our fingers.

Last month, when I was nervous about getting my shots at the doctor’s office, Nurse Betty helped me practice deep breathing. She showed me how to blow pretend bubbles to stay calm. She even called my mom to share the bubble trick, so I could use it at the doctor’s office.

Nurse Betty doesn’t just help kids who are sick or hurt. She gives out stickers to students who show kindness to others. She says being nice is the best medicine for making our school healthy and happy. Every time I get a sticker from her, I feel proud knowing I helped make someone’s day better.

Thank you, Nurse Betty, for being the superhero of our school. You take care of our owies, calm our worries, and teach us how to stay healthy. We feel safe knowing you’re here to help us feel better when we need it.

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Commentary: A touching tribute that showcases the nurturing and educational role of a school nurse through a child’s eyes. This speech fits perfectly at a school staff appreciation event, healthcare workers recognition ceremony, or school wellness day celebration.

4. A Thank You Speech to the School Chef

Good morning everyone. My name is David, and today I want to thank someone who makes our school a better place – our chef, Mr. Rodriguez. He creates the yummiest meals and always makes sure we eat healthy food that gives us energy for learning and playing.

Mr. Rodriguez wears a tall white hat that makes him look like the chefs on TV. But unlike those chefs, he lets us visit the kitchen to learn about different foods. He taught us that carrots help our eyes see better and milk makes our bones stronger. Now I eat all my vegetables because I want to be strong like a superhero.

Every morning, Mr. Rodriguez comes to school super early to prepare breakfast. He makes funny shapes with pancakes and arranges fruit to look like smiley faces on our plates. One time, he made my pancake look like a dinosaur because he remembered me talking about the dinosaur book I was reading.

When new students come to our school, Mr. Rodriguez learns about the foods they eat at home. He added tacos to the menu after Maria joined our class, and now Taco Tuesday is everyone’s favorite day. He even learned how to make special meals for Jimmy, who can’t eat peanuts.

Mr. Rodriguez started a small garden behind the cafeteria where we grow tomatoes, lettuce, and herbs. He lets each class help take care of the plants, and we get so excited when he uses our home-grown vegetables in our lunch. He says food tastes better when you help grow it yourself.

Sometimes during lunch, Mr. Rodriguez walks around the cafeteria asking us what we think about the food. He writes down our ideas in his special notebook and tries to make meals we’ll enjoy. Last month, he created a new pasta dish based on Joey’s grandmother’s recipe, and now it’s on the menu every week.

In our class garden, Mr. Rodriguez taught us how to tell when vegetables are ready to pick. He showed us that tomatoes should be red and firm, and lettuce leaves should be crisp and green. When we harvested our first batch of cherry tomatoes, he helped us make fresh salsa and taught us about measuring ingredients.

Last winter, when lots of students were getting colds, Mr. Rodriguez made his special vegetable soup. He called it “Power Soup” and said it had secret ingredients to fight off germs. Even kids who didn’t like vegetables asked for second helpings of Power Soup.

Mr. Rodriguez organizes special food theme days that teach us about different cultures. On Chinese New Year, he made dumplings and taught us how to use chopsticks. During Hispanic Heritage Month, he invited parents to share their favorite recipes, and we tried foods from many different countries.

Thank you, Mr. Rodriguez, for making our school meals special and teaching us about healthy food. You help us grow strong and try new things. Our school wouldn’t be the same without your delicious cooking and kind heart.

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Commentary: An appreciative speech that emphasizes the educational and nurturing aspects of a school chef’s role. This speech is ideal for a staff appreciation day, nutrition awareness event, or food service workers recognition ceremony.

5. A Thank You Speech to the School Custodian

Hello everyone. My name is Lily, and I want to thank our school custodian, Mr. Williams. He keeps our school clean and beautiful, but he does so much more than that. He makes our school feel like a happy, safe place to learn and play.

Mr. Williams starts his day before anyone else arrives. He clears the sidewalks when it snows and makes sure all the lights are working. During autumn, he creates huge piles of leaves for us to look at through the classroom windows. He says the red and orange leaves make the school look like it’s wearing a cozy sweater.

One time, during a big rainstorm, water started leaking through the roof in the hallway. Mr. Williams didn’t just clean up the water. He put out yellow safety cones and turned them into a fun obstacle course so we could safely walk around the wet spot. He even added paper fish to make it look like a river we had to cross.

Mr. Williams knows how to fix almost everything. When the door to our classroom started making scary squeaking noises, he fixed it right away. He said the door was just singing because it was happy to see us every morning. Now whenever we hear a squeak anywhere in the school, we say “Hello” back to the happy door.

During recess, Mr. Williams watches out for us while he works. If someone falls and gets dirty, he always has clean paper towels ready. He taught us to wipe our feet on the mat when we come inside so we don’t slip on wet floors. He calls us his “safety helpers” because we remind each other about keeping our school clean and safe.

Our class hamster, Buddy, escaped one day and everyone was worried. Mr. Williams helped us look for him, and he knew all the places where hamsters like to hide. He found Buddy behind a bookshelf and built a special lock for the cage so Buddy couldn’t go on any more adventures without permission.

Mr. Williams decorated the hallways with our artwork. He built special frames that make our pictures look like they’re in a real art museum. When parents come for open house, he turns on special lights that make our artwork shine. He says our pictures make the school more beautiful than any cleaning supplies ever could.

Every day after lunch, Mr. Williams cleans the cafeteria, but he makes it fun. He puts on music and dances with his mop like it’s his dance partner. Sometimes we help by picking up trash and pushing in our chairs. He gave us special helper badges that say “Clean Team Captain.”

On rainy days, Mr. Williams puts extra mats by the doors and brings out his big yellow mop bucket, which he named “Bob.” He talks to Bob like it’s a person, saying things like “Let’s keep these floors shiny, Bob!” It makes us laugh and helps us remember to be careful on wet floors.

When the kindergarten playground got muddy after rain, Mr. Williams built a special path with wooden boards so we could still play outside. He called it our “Magic Bridge” and painted colorful fish on the boards. Now, even when it’s not muddy, we pretend we’re crossing over a river full of friendly fish.

Last winter, Mr. Williams made sure all the walkways were clear of snow before we arrived. He even made a tiny snowman by the front door wearing a mini safety vest just like his. Throughout the day, he checked to make sure no ice formed on the sidewalks, keeping everyone safe.

Thank you, Mr. Williams, for taking care of our school and making it a fun place to be. You teach us how to be helpful and safe while making us smile every day. Our school sparkles because of your hard work and kindness.

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Commentary: This speech beautifully captures the often-overlooked contributions of school custodians through a child’s perspective. It’s particularly fitting for Custodian Appreciation Day, school staff recognition events, or general appreciation ceremonies.