Senioritis

Many of us seniors unfortunately fell ill over the winter term. The cold weather, lack of sun, and for some, college commitments have led to a lack of motivation to do school work, what some may diagnose as ‘senioritis’. Ms. Hanig even sent an email to us about it, or should I say, a warning. 

“Congratulations. You have officially entered the final term of your Beaver life. The sun is shining. The birds are chirping. And somewhere deep inside, senioritis is whispering sweet nothings in your ear” —Ms. Hanig. 

She really should join the Beaver Reader.

How do you know if you suffer from senioritis? While there are currently no official tests, some key symptoms include, but are not limited to:

Being a senior

Avoiding, procrastinating, or putting less effort-than-usual into work

Taking excessive amounts of or suspiciously long bathroom breaks during class

Tardiness increasing

Attendance decreasing

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We’ve heard the horror stories, and we’ve put in the work. Yet, it comes on fast, and is almost impossible to shake. The news gets worse: we do not currently have a cure. The illness tends to get worse as time passes. Now having returned from spring break, there is little to no hope. The weather's getting warmer. How can one focus when you look out the window and the day is so tempting? The sunny(ish) sky, the Beaver parking lot, the sound of waves crashing against the brick walls of the school, don’t even get me started.  

So, the best treatment? Laying back, kicking your feet up, and relaxing. Rest can subside (or accelerate) symptoms for short periods of time.

If you’re yet to be contaminated, I wish you luck. Perhaps consider hiding out in a bunker, but make sure to stock up on books and calculators. The next step of the next covid-like pandemic? Zombie apocalypse. As we lose our brains, we seniors may come to steal yours next, encouraging you to put down the homework and pick up a beach ball.