As the end of the school year approaches, so does graduation. Many seniors are beginning to plan out their futures and figuring out the next step for their careers.
During a time of planning, it is important for these students to look back at their goals from when they were younger. Some seniors still plan on continuing with their childhood dreams, while others have completely changed their goals.
“When I was younger, I wanted to be a veterinarian because I wanted to work with animals. This changed because I realized that I would never actually want to operate on animals like that,” Evelyn Hopping (12) said.
Goals can change for a multitude of reasons. At Highlands, students are shown a variety of classes and possibilities.
“I took a democratic health class, and we went over all of the healthcare careers, and perfusion and respiratory therapy really stuck with me,” Adam Wallace (12) said.
With the newfound wisdom that comes with being older, seniors often find themselves having new goals and dreams.
“It’s not linear, you’re going to have your ups and downs,” Sydney Schomaker (12) said.
Seniors have found their role models in many different walks of life, as they are influenced by a mix of things like personal experience and the groups they are involved in.
“My parents and my friends who just want me to be my best self [inspire me],” Harrison Gamble (12) said.
Seniors have been inspired by many within the Fort Thomas community. These role models have been important in students’ journeys. These experiences have shaped students’ goals in life.
“I want to be someone that people can look up to and come to for things, and just be someone that people can look at and be inspired by,” Hopping said.
As the seniors leave the nest of Highlands, their legacy will be left behind. Many of them aspire to leave a lasting impact that can inspire others to do the same.
“I just want to make this place a place where people can enjoy going to school,” Gamble said.
