WOODBURY – Most seniors are usually looking forward to graduation and prom, but one other event that is not really a secret is senior skip day.
Seniors this have a variety of plans May 27 — the traditional first day of school following prom — which involve the beach, work, sports, camping, and other activities with friends.
Senior Nick Mancini plans on making his day productive.
“I’m probably going to go to work,” said Mancini.
Senior Matt Dutton unfortunately can’t go anywhere due to his status as a captain of the baseball team.
“I wish I could skip, but I have to come into school because I have a [Berkshire League semifinal] game,” said Dutton. “I was gonna go to the beach.”
Others have plans to get some sun even though the weather may disappoint.
“I think we’re supposed to go to the beach but the weather is looking like buns so I’m not sure yet,” said senior Thomas Harris.
Senior Ashley Blood has similar plans as Harris.
“I’m going to the beach and outlets in Clinton,” said Blood.
Senior Thomas Lengyel plans to spend some time outside.
“I’m going camping at Kettletown State Park [in Southbury],” said Lengyel.
The seniors have big plans for their skip day, but their secret has gotten out to administrators. Assistant principal Declan Curtin made it clear to the class of 2025 in a Google Classroom post that skipping is not permitted and may involve consequences.
“We are hearing an unbelievable rumor out there about some sort of Senior Skip Day,” Curtin wrote. “Please note that this is not a ‘school sponsored event.’ We only condone school attendance and academic progress. Please note that a skipped day or class can have disciplinary consequences. Many students are close to having their attendance be a factor with credits for the year. Please note that ‘seat time’ may need to be completed to reinstate credit if you exceed the attendance limits. Please be safe. Think wisely.”
With that, the question remains: Will seniors continue to skip or come to school?
