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Senior yearbook portrait.
With only a few weeks until the school year is over, many people are looking back and reflecting on their year. For the seniors, they may never step foot in these halls again. It is time for them to reflect, look to the future, and guide the class of 2026 as they throw their graduation caps in the air.
For senior Julia Osei-Boateng, graduating means leaving the state and starting anew.“I’m gonna go to John Jay College of Criminal Justice,” Osei-Boateng said. “I’m majoring in forensic psychology.”
A lot of the time, finding the right path means doing some research and comparing options.
“Well, I’ve always been interested in psychology,” Osei-Boateng said. “My first plan was child psychology, but the only downside of it was I didn’t like how many years I’d have to be in college to actually be able to do something for my degree. But, once I took forensics I started looking into serial killers and stuff like that.”
Osei-Boateng said that it was always her first choice to go out of state for college. Originally hailing from New Jersey, Osei-Boateng wanted to go back north and be closer to home. However, she is grateful for the lasting impact that living in Texas and being a part of the Maverick community brought in her life.
“At least I got to meet new people and had better opportunities to advance in art and theater,” Osei-Boateng said.
Osei-Boateng says that she hopes to continue her hobbies in the arts throughout her college experience. As the class of 2026 are ready to embark on the last year of memories in high school, the class of 2025 leave behind advice for the underclassmen.
“Just find what you’re really passionate about,” Osei-Boateng said. “This is so hard because whatever you’re passionate about is most likely very expensive. So, get a job and find your passions and pursue your passions regardless of what it is. I would say just pursue your passions. Do whatever you want.”
Excitement always wins at the end of the day. All seniors are on the final push to graduation, and it has caused a stir of emotions.
“I am so ready to go to college,” Osei-Boateng said. “Not even… I’m just ready to be free. High school is a lot.”