During winter break, many Seahawks took the time to hang out with family, friends, and go on fun trips. New years is a perfect time to celebrate the memories made during the previous year, while ringing in the new year with the people you love. Senior, Heidimar Rivera stated that she celebrated her new years eve by going, “With my family to my boyfriends house.” The two families had a great time eating and talking. Looking back on the new year, so many heartfelt memories can come to mind, and for Heidimar, her favorite part of 2024 was the friendships that she made. “I met new people that have become my close friends. Also, I appreciate the friends I made before 2024 that are still my friends today,” she said as she thought about the most special part of her year. Heidimar also shared a valuable lesson that she learned in 2024. With this being the last semester of her senior year, She explained that, “The most important thing I took away from 2024 was to enjoy the time left I have in high school because I graduate soon.” As we soar into the new year, lets focus on the now, more than ever, so that the school year is filled with more amazing memories.