Seniors take much-anticipated trip to Florida

The Senior Class of 2025 had their last journey together in Florida where they spent time on the beach, visited the attractions, and enjoyed spending time with each other before graduation.

The class stayed at the Florida Teen Missions International in Merritt Island where they spent their time relaxing, swimming, or exploring on the first day.

The following day, the class went to Cocoa Beach, which was only a 20 minute drive from the camp. They spent the day enjoying the gorgeous views, swimming in the ocean, and tanning in the warm weather. Josh Makizimana shared,  “It was a lot of fun because we got to boogie board, relax, and hang out with the class without the stress of school work”.

The next day the seniors headed to Universal Studios, experiencing one of the most popular attractions in the world. Claire Jorgensen said, “It was so fun to go to Universal with everyone. All the rides were fun, but what made it more fun was experiencing it with my friends. My friends and I went on this one kids ride, and it ended up being nothing like we expected. Universal is very diverse and has so many different things to do, but doing it with your friends makes it even more fun”.

On Friday, the seniors visited the Kennedy Space Center and learned many things about NASA and space. 

The class took the day to relax at the Teen Missions International camp on Sabbath. There were many activities set up including canoeing, hiking, and climbing on a rope’s course. The day started and ended with worship services that were provided by students in the class. 

After sunset, the students headed to Gaters N Golf where they played mini golf and drove go-karts.

The famous Daytona beach was next on the agenda. Like Wednesday the seniors spent the day in the waters and walking the boardwalk while some daredevils rode on the giant slingshot. On the way back, the class ate at an Asian Buffet, where there was endless sushi and desserts. 

Before flying back to Colorado Monday evening, the class went to the ICON Park Complex in Orlando, Florida. They were able to visit the Sea Life aquarium, and Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum. Afterwards, they ate at Chuys, a Mexican restaurant that was walking distance from the complex.

The senior class arrived back to school on Monday night, ending their adventure in Florida and coming back to Campion Academy even closer than before the trip. 

“I got to talk with people that I don’t usually hang out with and get to know them more before we graduate,” shared Alexandra Cordoba. “This trip really helped me to bond with my class and become closer with everyone.”

Olivia Uphold, Student News Team