As the academic year draws to a close for the Spartans, we embarked on a mission to gather insights from our fellow Spartans across different grade levels, delving into their experiences and the significant transitions they encounter on their high school journey.

“Being a senior, things do ease up a bit, but senioritis is no joke. Once you’ve secured the college you wanna go to, it’s mostly about passing your classes,” remarked senior Campbell Sitter, shedding light on the relatively relaxed atmosphere for those on the brink of graduation.

Junior Mia Gonzales discussed the challenges of being a junior, emphasizing the necessity to lock in and focus on accumulating credits. “The leap from sophomore to junior year is substantial; suddenly, caring deeply about your academic progress becomes paramount,” she noted.

Sophomores, like Jessica Hernandez, highlighted the shift in how teachers perceive them. “It’s all about gaining respect,” she remarked, speaking out on the sentiment that sophomores are often viewed more seriously than their freshman counterparts.

When we turned to the freshmen, we decided to ask how they felt about the stereotype surrounding freshmen, Jordan Brothe acknowledged the perception of being underestimated. “I think they see us as little boys, they don’t believe in us yet, but when we grow up they’re gonna regret it,” he asserted, urging others to recognize their untapped potential.

In essence, our exploration revealed a diverse spectrum of experiences and perspectives, each grade level navigating its own challenges on the path to academic success.