In the United States, as Thanksgiving approaches on November 27, 2025, an increasing number of educators and institutions are addressing the holiday's colonial history by calling for a re-examination of traditional narratives. Prominent universities such as the University of California, Davis and Washington University in St. Louis have organized events focused on decolonizing Thanksgiving. These initiatives aim to include diverse perspectives, particularly from Indigenous communities, highlighting the historical and ongoing struggles they face. At UC Davis, a Zoom event titled 'Decolonizing Thanksgiving in the Classroom' encourages educators to translate the concept of Thanksgiving into a learning experience that honors different cultures. Washington University promoted an event that acknowledges how various cultures perceive Thanksgiving both historically and in contemporary traditions, aiming to promote inclusive practices that create systemic change. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is also participating in these discussions with its 'Thanksgiving Myth-busting' event, which investigates the narratives that have justified the colonial actions regarding Indigenous lands. This includes a planned visit to the National Indigenous Day of Mourning rally in Plymouth, Massachusetts, coinciding with the Mayflower's landing site. Further elaborating the theme of mourning, the University of Massachusetts has referred to Thanksgiving as a 'Day of Mourning' for many Indigenous communities, emphasizing awareness around the historical genocide and cultural erasure faced by Native American tribes. Several educational institutions, including Albuquerque Public Schools and the Berkeley Unified School District, continue to frame Thanksgiving week within the context of mourning for Indigenous peoples. They encourage introspection about the painful legacy associated with the holiday. While some view this shift in perspective as divisive, others argue it offers an important opportunity for solidarity and understanding across communities. The discourse around Thanksgiving highlights a broader narrative about the need for recognition and discussion around America's complex history, focusing on the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to the evolving American narrative.