As we approach the year’s end, graduation will mark both an end and a beginning. For many seniors, it can be a mix of emotions and excitement for the future. While some may not return to Lake Placid for a while, the experiences and memories they’ve had will always be part of who they are. During their last moments here, students engage in activities that they might not typically do.

Last week, seniors had the chance to appreciate the nice weather and enjoy their annual skip day. Wyatt Wardlaw ‘24 said it was an unforgettable day. He enjoyed it by spending it with his friends at the beach. For seniors, spending some of their last moments with their peers is a real privilege. On this day, seniors also went on an exhilarating hike up Cobble Hill in our school’s backyard.

“I had my alarm clock at 4:30 a.m. It was one of the rare times I felt so excited to go hike a mountain to catch the sunrise. Even though I had a [knee] brace on, I really wanted to be part of this hike,” Isabella Norris ’24 said. Being at the top of Cobble Hill to see the sunrise was a wonderful experience with my friends.

On Wednesday, May 8, our seniors came together for a special lunch, a symbolic event marking their senior commitment day. This day was not just about taking a picture and rehearsing for the forthcoming graduation on May 18th, but about celebrating their journey and the bonds they’ve formed during their time at our school.

Our seniors are not just active within the school, but also outside. Ski director Tommy Biesemeyer graciously hosted a senior dinner at his home, a wonderful opportunity to cap off the season with our esteemed seniors. The evening was filled with discussions about our future goals, summer plans, and more, further cementing the bond between our seniors and the school community.

Shayna Deutsch ‘24 said she is enjoying every moment with her friends. She is grateful for every person that she met here at Northwood and hopes to keep in touch with the Northwood community.