We all know the broad purpose of this special school day. It gives us insight on what to look forward to and how to plan for life. As the survey results state, it has many positive effects on the students, especially the upperclassmen. The recent changes this year, including taking the juniors off campus, has been a topic of discussion on improvements for years to come.

“I went to Dead River Company and learned about energy fuels,” said Nagoo Morey, a junior from Presque Isle. He believed that it was a better option to leave campus because it provided students with a better outlook on certain occupations. It was beneficial to see them in a real life setting rather than a representative talking in a classroom.

“I got to to Emera,” said Emma Kohlbacher, ‘19 with the opportunity to leave campus. “We got to learn about engineers and what their occupation entails.” She also agrees that leaving campus was a better option because, “it was nice getting out and doing something.”

Plan-Your-Future Day has been around for many years. Representatives from colleges and businesses from all around Maine gather at PIHS to relay information to students. The students learn what life is like on each campus, what their courses and classes are like, the depths of certain careers, and how costly everything can be.

The Guidance department believes that this will push the underclassman to look ahead. It shows them an example of the future, and it’s up to them if they want to put forth the effort to pay attention in these sessions. Senior year comes fast, and for these students this day is all about reassurance and decisions.

“I liked the Husson session. I definitely want to go there,” said Gabrielle Jandreau, a senior making her final decisions after Plan-Your-Future Day.

Not only a decision-filled day but it was also filled with learning.

“I learned that community college is best on your checkbook,” said Devin Ireland, another senior trying to make the best financial decision possible.

Parents, faculty, and especially the Guidance department wants to let students experience different occupations and get a feel of certain colleges to ensure students push themselves to where they want to be. After all, “You never really know what you want to do,” said Ireland.