Shortened schedule May 9

Spring Fest and Talent Show on May 9th changes the schedule and shortens classes

Ashlyn Baker and Landon Ward • May 8, 2025

Grand Junction has announced a modified schedule for Friday, May 9th, 2025.

To accommodate two major events, the first ever talent show and annual Spring Swing, classes for grades 9th through 11th will follow a shortened schedule. Classes will only be 26 minutes long, ending at 12:53 p.m.

Seniors will be operating on a different schedule, their morning hosting a multitude of events. Their day is designed to help them prepare for the upcoming graduation ceremony, as well as act as their last official day of school.

After classes and the events for seniors end, everyone will have the option to attend the talent show. It will last from 1pm to 2pm, watch out for a teacher performance!

The Spring Swing will take up the rest of the day. Attendance will not be officially taken when classes end. Use this event to get yearbooks signed, hang out with friends, and participate in games.

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Ashlyn Baker, Reporter

Ashlyn Baker is a freshman at GJHS and a reporter for the Orange & Black student newspaper. This is her first semester on the Orange and Black and is looking forward to improving my reporting skills and being more involved in school events. She enjoys reading, playing volleyball, and listening to music.

Landon Ward, Promotion’s Editor

Landon Ward is a sophomore at GJHS, and is the promotions manager for the Orange and Black newspaper. He enjoys playing tennis and swimming. He joined the Orange and Black during the second semester of the 2023-2024 school year.