For the seniors at NDB, the Senior Splash is just one of many exciting senior-exclusive events.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, events such as this one were put on hold throughout the past few years. However, as mask mandates are being lifted and restrictions lessened, the Senior Splash was able to take place this spring without masks or social distancing.
On March 15, seniors were able to swim in the pool, take the traditional Senior Splash class picture and receive sweet ice cream treats from a Mister Softee Ice Cream truck during Collaboration. Plenty of pictures were taken, and the general reaction from the senior class was one of excitement and joy.
“I thought it was really well done,” senior Emma Nilstoft stated. “I was glad they gave the seniors the ability to have the normal Senior Splash.”
Earlier in the year, NDB attempted to hold a Senior Splash for the Spartans. However, due to COVID-19, students were not able to enter the pool and ice cream was not provided. Instead, a class picture was taken on the bleachers. Many seniors were happy that they were able to finally get a chance to experience the traditional Senior Splash now.
“It was really fun hanging around the pool and eating ice cream, the ice cream was really good,” Brindha Ramanthan, another senior, explained. “The whole thing gave me lots of fun summer vibes which definitely made me happy. I’m glad we could finally get a chance to do it in the pool.”
As seniors jumped in the pool and ate their ice cream, other classes looked out from the windows to get a sneak peek at what is in store for them in the coming years. In fact, the junior class is already looking forward to the Senior Splash.
“I am excited to experience a long-standing NDB tradition,” Anna Keim, a junior, commented. “I think it is a fun way to make memories together before we graduate.”
At NDB, sisterhood is an integral part of the environment. With a small and unique community, events like the Senior Splash are possible. This is a tradition that NDB has put in the effort to maintain, which has been shown through the perseverance to have the event this year.
The NDB tradition of the Senior Splash will continue to be a special part of every senior’s experience.