As the final days of school draw near and the seniors partake in their last few weeks of high school it is easy to ignore the ending moments that come along. Students tend to coast through the end, looking forward to summer instead of taking their last days into serious consideration.

Typically, students are burned out from the year hoping to reach summer vacation as soon as possible. They overlook the times where memories can be made and positive actions can be taken.

The Feather encourages students to be intentional with the actions they take. It can be extremely easy to blow past the last days of school without a care, but students should utilize this time to connect with others and make each moment count.

For the seniors it could very well be the last time they see most of the students. So, instead of looking to the future they should be taking each day into account looking for opportunities to deepen relationships and create moments to remember.

Juniors, sophomores and freshmen do not always view their last days as something to make memorable. They realize they will be coming back for another year, two or three so the last couple weeks may not be as significant. However, time is something that everyone is unsure of, so instead of cruising through the end students should take notice of the time they have now.

Being intentional does not only have to apply to relationships with others, though. It can also relate to work ethic and the homework load students have. The end of the year gives way to laziness for some students but the real challenge is to stay on task. Students need to make sure to keep their schedules in order to finish out the year strong.

Not only should students focus on school, but they should intend on continuing to stay respectful in class, not only to the teachers but the students around them, as well. It is common for peers to get a bit rowdy once the end comes near but remaining in a school and learning mindset can help students finish out the year well. Remember, some teachers are looking forward to summer as well so if both students and teachers stay consistent in a learning environment it can help days go by smoothly.

Participating in school events can also help make the final days good ones. Students can also partake in as many service opportunities available to them. Helping out in any way possible, can affect someone in the most positive way. Students should intend to not only make their ending better but also the last days of those around them.

Just because there is only a few weeks left of school does not mean that a difference can not be made. Students can intend to go out of their way to encourage others by acts of kindness or simply by praying for them. There are multiple way students can aim to create an enthusiastic last couple of days, if not for themselves then for others.

These last days matter because a lot can happen in a few simple days as long as someone is willing to make them count. The Feather encourages students to treat their last days of the school year with great consideration and the intent to turn them into positive outcomes.

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