As the Class of 2025 enters its final stretch of high school, the excitement is building. Behind the scenes, the Senior Class Council is planning events and activities that they hope will make the year special.
Leading the charge is President Trevor Mays, whose enthusiasm for school spirit is matched only by his commitment to making this year unforgettable for every senior.
“I see myself as a catalyst for energy and creativity,” Mays said. “I hope to make everyone realize how much fun we can have together when we let go of embarrassment and fear of judgment.”
Supporting Mays in this mission is public relations officer Kenneth Fambro and treasurer Charlie Savage, who share the same enthusiasm for creating memorable experiences.
“We are here to make sure that every senior feels valued and acknowledged for their unique contributions,” Fambro said.
Guiding the Senior Class Council through their busy year is Mrs. Heather Pedigo, the council’s teacher advisor. With years of experience mentoring students, Pedigo has seen firsthand the impact a strong council can have on the school community.
“We historically haven’t done too much in the fall and winter, but this year’s council has some incredible plans to make senior year fun from start to finish,” Pedigo said.
The council is introducing several new initiatives to enhance school spirit and celebrate student achievements. Among these is the “senior spotlight,” a weekly feature aimed at recognizing the accomplishments of students who might not always be in the limelight. To further boost school spirit, the council is introducing “spirit leaders.”
“Spirit leaders will help create an energetic atmosphere at our events,” Mays said. “Their enthusiasm will be contagious, and the weekly nomination process will keep the excitement alive.”
The council’s calendar is packed with events designed to keep the momentum flowing throughout the year. Spirit weeks, scheduled at various points throughout the year, will feature themed days and activities aimed at maintaining high levels of school spirit.
“The ultimate energy synthesis took place during our first spirit week,” Mays said. “All of us dressed just proved that when everyone buys in and participates genuine magic happens.”
Looking ahead, Prom season is a major focus for the council.
“It’s such a special event, and I’m eager to start working on the themes and details that will make it memorable for everyone,” Fambro said.
The excitement around the council’s plans isn’t limited to its members. Seniors across the board are excited about what the council has planned.
“I’m looking forward to Prom,” senior Tanisha Yadav said. “It’s going to be a lot of fun, and it’s clear the council is putting in a ton of effort to make sure this year is special for all of us.”
Some seniors also enjoyed the smaller events that the council has organized.
“The first spirit week was amazing,” senior Kaitlyn Jiuliano said. “It was great to see so many people come together and have a little fun.”
There are also a few ideas floating around for new activities.
“I think it’d be great to have a senior carnival before we graduate,” senior Andrew Gao said. “We could have games, food trucks and maybe even some live music. It would be a fun way to celebrate our time here with everyone, especially since we don’t always get to do big events like this.”
The council is focusing on strengthening connections within the senior class through social media. While their Instagram page already has a strong following, they are expanding their presence to TikTok to better engage with the broader student body.
“We have a great group of leaders who seem so well connected with the wants and needs of their peers,” Pedigo said.
Mays echoes this sentiment, urging all seniors to participate in senior events.
“The more everyone engages with our events, the stronger our sense of community will be,” he said.
The enthusiasm and dedication of this year’s council are setting a high bar for what senior year can be.
“Senior year is a really special year for students, and they have big expectations for the year,” Pedigo said. “I love their enthusiasm and what they want to achieve is inspiring.”
With a packed schedule of events and a strong commitment to student engagement, this year’s council is aiming to leave a legacy that will be remembered long after caps have been tossed in the air.
“We want to set the traditions for years to come,” Savage said.
