Congratulations, you’re finally in your senior year of high school! Though this may be a stressful time (in the midst of college applications), it’s still a time to celebrate– you’ve come so far!
In this post, I’ve gathered 50 fun (and not-so-fun) things to do in your senior year of high school. If you find yourself slacking off and not sure what to do with your time, this list could be helpful. Remember that the list is just for reference and inspiration, and you definitely don’t have to do everything on this list.
Without further ado, let’s jump into the list. Be sure to bookmark it for later!
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Academic
- Take college-level classes or dual enrollment courses
- Take Advanced Placement (AP) exams
- Research and apply to summer programs or study abroad programs
- Attend college planning nights or events
- Make a college list and start applying to schools
- Attend college fairs and informational sessions
- Visit colleges and universities
- Take the SAT or ACT
- Start a personal portfolio or resume
- Begin the financial aid process
- Attend college planning workshops or seminars
- Meet with your school counselor to discuss your plans after high school
- Start thinking about and planning for your future career
- Research scholarship opportunities
- Explore study abroad options or exchange programs
- Take advantage of resources at your school, such as tutoring or academic advising
- Start building a professional network
Productive
- Learn a new language
- Learn to code or develop a new technical skill
- Start a business or side hustle
- Start an internship
- Start a volunteering position
- Learn a new instrument or continue music lessons
- Take an online course or MOOC (massive open online course)
- Start a new club
- Join a study group or form one with classmates
- Start a personal blog or website
- Start a YouTube channel
- Create a budget and start saving money
- Take a cooking or baking class
- Try a new sport or physical activity
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Fun
- Host a movie night with friends
- Host a game night with friends
- Go on a road trip with friends
- Attend a concert or music festival
- Take a dance class or join a dance team
- Attend a sporting event or watch party with friends
- Go to an amusement park or water park
- Explore a nearby beach or lake
- Go camping with friends
- Take a trip to the mountains or go skiing or snowboarding
- Attend a local festival or event
- Attend a music festival (like Coachella or Head In The Clouds)
- Go to a theater production or live performance
- Take a yoga or meditation class
- Go on a road trip to explore a nearby state or region
- Host a DIY craft or art workshop with friends
- Attend a comedy show or open mic night
- Go to a trampoline park or indoor climbing gym
- Go to a drive-in movie theater
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Conclusion
It’s time to make the most of your final year of high school and prepare for the next phase of your life. Whether you’re focusing on academics, personal growth, or just having fun, there are plenty of opportunities to make the most of this exciting time.
Whether you’re planning to attend college, start a career, or take some time off, your senior year is a great time to explore your options and make the most of your opportunities. So go out there and make the most of your final year of high school– and have fun!
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As a high school senior, I often find myself short in activities to do. This blog is incredibly helpful and I definitely see myself coming back to this blog!
I’m so happy to hear that, Lily! Keep looking forward to new posts here, and thank you for visiting!
I think that this is a great blog, I’ve seen what other things i can add to my schedule for school to help me be a better student.
i guess im gonna have to try some of these things out as an almost senior!