The Bucket List: Four seniors share their must-do’s before leaving East

Seven classes every day for four years can get a little boring. After a while, it’s hard not to pick favorites or find ways to make the day fun, so here are a couple must do activities you should do before leaving East — sincerely the graduating class of 2020

Shelby Winter
What is the best way for students to get involved?
“Being cognitive of what people are doing around you and even paying attention to announcements is a great way to learn about what East has to offer.”

What if you can’t find a club that fits your passions?
“East has so much to offer, but if you can’t find something that seems fun to you, make your own club or team. It is truly limitless.”

Why do you think finding a passion and getting involved with the community is important?
“Finding a passion at East connects you further with the community and shows a whole different side of yourself and others. Working with others in clubs or sports also is a real world application that goes beyond just the high school years.”

Katie Drake
Can you explain what Video Announcements entails?
“I think originally the idea was to actually announce stuff, but it has turned into making creative videos that you enjoy. The curriculum is fun, interactive and super loose as you can make every project your own. It’s one of the only classes I have been in where the students drive 99% of the class based on random ideas.”

What are some of the projects you have done in Video Announcements and how do you find your inspiration for your projects?
“I have done parodies of shows that I like watching, like ‘Cody Ko’. We also did a parody of the Bachelorette where I was the Bachelorette and we pulled a bunch of people out of class to be my bachelors.”

How do you get involved with Video Announcements?
“There is no audition or application, so it is a regular class you can take [Video 1] but to be at the high level [Video Leadership] you have to take the prerequisites first to work your way up.”

Alex Corbin

What else does the art program have to offer other than classes?
“There are so many clubs that anyone can do, and you meet people while you are in the classes because everyone is working individually.”

How do you get involved with the art program?
“First I would listen to the announcements and look around the school because they definitely have a ton of posters and showcase a lot of artwork. I would also meet with the teachers to ask about the different classes and clubs available. If you are interested in the arts just sign up as an elective.”

Do you have to be good at art to join the arts program?

“Not at all but you do have to try because the teachers recognize if you want to learn and then help you with your techniques later. Even if you are not an artist or good at art don’t be hesitant to join any of the art classes. Most of the classes are more about having fun and exploring the right side of the brain over the left which is the majority of what we do in the school day.”

Ava Sudermann
What is your favorite thing about the drama program?
“My favorite part of drama is definitely the ability to explore what you like to do and can bounce around until you do find your niche. Also, in drama there is a place for everybody.”

How would you tell an underclassman to get involved?
“Show up to a work day after school. There is always someone to talk to who can tell you how to help or point you in the right direction. I’d also recommend just signing up for a class because they are super fun and lead to my favorite class by far, advanced rep.”

Is drama a relaxing class?
“I think theatre is definitely a break in my day, as when I arrive at the little theatre or room 213 I feel an instant rush of relief as it is a relaxed and fun program.”