As homework slows down and final exams approach, students prepare themselves for the final days of the school year. Between returning textbooks, taking EOCs, and submitting final projects, there is no end of things to keep track of as summer approaches.

Exams

Final exams will begin Thursday, May 22, and extend until Wednesday, May 28, the last day of school. Thursday will have a modified black schedule with testing for seventh period, while the remaining days are early release, with Friday testing for first and fourth period, Tuesday for second and fifth period, and Wednesday for third and sixth period.

“Exams week is always stressful for everyone, students and teachers,” assistant principal Erin Mandell said. “We dedicate the whole last week to exams so it doesn’t interfere with other classes or schedules, and it just makes it easier for everyone.”

Seniors

Seniors celebrated the end of their high school journey with senior sunset, a contrast event to senior sunrise, where they played games, ate food, and won prizes. Additionally, graduation has been set for Monday, May 19, at the UCF Addition Arena, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The rehearsal will be held Thursday, where students will practice walking across the stage and receiving their diploma.

“It’s bittersweet, finally leaving high school but realizing I won’t see the same people I’ve known for years, or meeting up between classes and eating lunch with friends. It’s a lot to process,” senior Aubrey Osgood said.

Summer school

For those attending summer school, both in-person and online options are available. While the registration deadline was April 11, late registration will be available until June, 2. In-person classes will begin June 2, and last until June 26, lasting 7:20 a.m. to 1:05 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Looking forward

With less than two weeks remaining before summer, many students are looking ahead to the future and what it holds. With talk of a different bell schedule, new classes, and altered AP courses, both students and staff are curious about possible changes and how it will change the upcoming school year.

“Having to make the transition from one school year to the next is always a hassle, but at the end of the day it’s always rewarding to see students come in next year and know we made changes to ensure they have a good year,” Mandell said.