As my, and many other’s, high school life comes to a close after four years, the impatience to finish exams and classes is making students eager for the day we can walk across the stage as a united class. This day, however, will not only be filled with congratulations and jade-colored caps thrown into the air, but also mind-numbing tests for students thirsty for possible college credit.

         The day normally looked forward to by seniors is now being precededby a stressful Advanced Placement exam both teachers and students have worked all year to be prepared for. Both parties deserve proper attention, as they both could be considered of the same importance.

The attendance for the exam will likely be at an all-time low, only including only those who are devoted enough or not attending graduation. Students who are brave enough to participate in both will still have to deal with the anxiety and restlessness that comes with these important events. This will result in inaccurate representation of test scores that will not portray the time and effort students spent putting into the class.

With the new rotation of graduation between schools, it’s understandable how this is an issue not easily solved. The change in venue for graduation last year was a step in the right direction and something I suggest not changing back to the location it was in past years. Seeing as we cannot do much to change a national test, the administration needs to take a look at some way to lessen the burden of exam day for the students and teachers who have devoted themselves to a rigorous course in hopes of gaining credit.