As the end of the year approaches, so does the senior’s time here and the pressure is on. Ultimately, they must find what they want to do with the rest of their lives in four years, but do they really?
According to a student survey, 46% go to college, 41% are not sure what to do, while 13% go to trade school.
As some seniors go into college, some have been awarded scholarships.
“I got a full ride because of my grades,” senior Danielle Maltos said. “I don’t wanna be bored, I wanna do something with my life.”
Although scholarships are awarded to students, it doesn’t always mean they are convenient. Students must do what accommodates their situation.
“I actually got a scholarship from New Mexico and that was a big scholarship, but it wasn’t really enough because it was out of state and it’s more expensive,” senior Marcus Carranza said. “But I also got a scholarship from UNT and it was $24,000, so that’s why I’ll be attending UNT. As I grew up I guess I learned I’m really good with numbers and numbers interest me and that’s why business and finance interested me.”
For some students, their life plan has already been decided and have already found their passion they want to pursue as a career.
“I’ve known since middle school in 8th grade,” senior Lance Brown said. “I also knew because of the fact that a lot of people in my family have gone into the health program. My grandma is an RN my sister is becoming an RN, my aunt is a nurse, my sister is becoming a vet.”
The Class of 2024 is setting their site on the next step.
