One of the things that makes Mount Michael a especially unique place is its boarding program, but with this unique perk comes consequences. Boarders at the Mount live in close proximity, and illness and disease spread quickly amongst the Knights. Many members of the Class of ’25 can recall the spread of the infamous Farrell Virus sophmore year. More recently, the Knights have done battle with the Noro Virus, and lost. But there is another affliction that is much more widespread amongst the Class of ’25 than any of these: senioritis. The American Society of Doctors identifies senioritis as “the general lessening of craps given as the final year of high school progresses.” Many current Mount Michael seniors are already infected, and unfortunately the disease is terminal. The only humane treatment for those afflicted is to send them out to pasture; that is, to give them respite through graduation. However, the affects of the disease can be lessened by help from friends and family. So please, look out for these warning signs, and keep us seniors in your prayers this semester.
Early Onset Senioritis (EOS) Symptoms:
1. A Lapse in Punctuality
Many seniors see their ability to show up to places on time leave them early on in the progression of the disease. Senior Jack Stanek is normally the most punctual person you could find, but ever since he caught the senioritis, even simple tasks such as showing up to first period have become challenging for him. When asked about his condition, he exclaimed “I don’t know what has happened to me, I am literally never late to anything. (sobbing) I just want my life back.”
2. A Lack of Awareness
Those infected with senioritis often find themselves in a tranquil, oblivious state that is being called by medical professionals as a “daydream.”
3. A Smattering of Missing Assignments
School is hard, and teachers do their best to keep it that way with a steady flow of assignments. Those with senioritis find it difficult to keep track of all these, and inevitably a few slip their minds.
