When picturing a high school senior in their second semester, hanging out with friends or relaxing may come to mind. But what is it like being a senior in high school during the COVID-19 pandemic? Through interviews and audio reflections, Maggie Borgen aims to paint a picture of the experiences of current high school seniors as well as share tips for managing a very different school year. Cover Art created on Canva. Music: GarageBand Loops Edited by Maggie Borgen. Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcast
Maggie shares some parting thoughts for the Second Semester Seniors Podcast.Follow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcast
In this episode, four New Jersey seniors reflect on their second semester. Topics include:Finishing senior year virtuallyWhether they feel closure regarding high schoolGraduating and looking forward to collegeFollow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcastDisclaimer: The opinions expressed by the participants are their own and are not necessarily those of the Second Semester Seniors Podcast.
Maggie discusses what it was like going back on June 1, 2021 for her first day of in-person school since March 2020.Mentioned in the episode:The New York Times Education Briefing: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/24/us/covid-schools-federal-funding.html EdSurge Podcast: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2021-04-07-applying-to-college-has-changed-during-the-pandemic-a-high-school-senior-s-podcast-shows-how Follow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcast
Maggie shares self-care tips & activities she has found helpful for when she needs to pause amidst stressful times.Follow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcast
Three NJ seniors share their tips and ideas for things to do while waiting for college decisions. Follow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcastDisclaimer: The opinions expressed by the participants are their own and are not necessarily those of the Second Semester Seniors Podcast.
An interview with Gina Testa on her experiences being a guidance counselor and helping seniors navigate the college application process during the COVID-19 pandemic. Follow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcastDisclaimer: The opinions expressed by Mrs. Testa are her own and do not necessarily those of Montclair High School or the Second Semester Seniors Podcast.
In this episode, five New Jersey seniors reflect on their fall semester. Topics include:Virtual learning this past semester vs. last springThe blur between schoolwork and relaxingProcrastination & lacking motivationBuilding resilience Just wanting to graduateFollow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcastDisclaimer: The opinions expressed by the participants are their own and are not necessarily those of the Second Semester Seniors Podcast.
When picturing a high school senior in their second semester, hanging out with friends or relaxing may come to mind. But what is it like being a senior in high school during the COVID-19 pandemic? Through interviews and audio reflections, Maggie Borgen aims to paint a picture of the experiences of current high school seniors as well as share tips for managing a very different school year.Follow the podcast on Instagram: @secondsemesterseniorspodcast
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