On Monday, 5:45 a.m., a wave of the senior class stands atop the Centennial hill swaddled in blankets and pajamas, awaiting the dawn of the sunrise to stretch over the horizon. Senior and student government member Mia Bozic, among many of the other awaiting students, felt a harmony of connection between all seniors alike.

“A favorite memory of mine was definitely seeing the three homecoming proposals all within an hour,” she said. “It was not only funny, but super thoughtful. I was so happy for them.”

Taking inspiration from other neighboring schools such as Lake Central High School, student government had brought the idea to the bay of MHS as a new tradition for seniors.

“We thought the timing is perfect if we’re able to start the year with a sunrise and end the year with a sunset,” student body president Annie Fuller said.

For the first year with hopefully many to follow, the turnout of MHS’ Senior Sunrise was a major success. Bozic reflects on the event’s impact, fostering unity among the senior class.

“It brought together so many people that typically wouldn’t be seen together,” she said. “It really allowed seniors to enjoy their last year of high school and make new memories.”