By EMMA SANDERS and SHEA GANG
In an attempt to replicate the popular “Best of Long Island” annual poll, the JerEcho conducted an anonymous survey in order to find out what students’ favorite aspects of Jericho High School are.
Ranging from the coziest classroom to the best school event, Jericho students have strong opinions on their fan favorites.
Best Place to Hang Out in School
Jericho students have a plethora of options to choose from when deciding where they like to enjoy their downtime during the school day. Whether it’s during a free period or lunch, the cafeteria is the best place to relax and destress.
Best Vending Machine Snack
The vending machines provide endless snacking options to keep students satiated and full of energy. However, one snack is loved a little bit more than the rest—PopCorners.
Favorite Break of the Year
Whether it’s the holiday cheer, cozy weather or delicious treats that this break provides, winter break is the best break all school year, according to about two-thirds of surveyed students.
Best Online Academic Tool
Due to COVID-19 and an increase in online learning, many new academic platforms have been discovered. Within the past three years of learning through computers, Canvas seems to be the preferred way for students to access their schoolwork.
Coziest Room
During the school day, it’s easy to become bored of sitting in classrooms all day, and a change in scenery is the perfect solution. The High School Library provides this change and takes the cake for the coziest room in Jericho High School.
Best Bathroom
Out of the many bathrooms within the school, the tidiest and best functioning bathroom that stands out from the rest is the guidance bathroom.
Best School Spirit Day
Jericho comes up with so many fun and wacky spirit days that students couldn’t choose just one. Pajama Day and Anything but a Backpack Day tied for the best.
Best Desk Chair
In a six-hour school day, it’s important to stay comfortable and engaged. In order to do so, a cozy chair makes the perfect workspace. That’s why respondents prefer lounge chairs.
Best NEST Activity
Jericho’s NEST periods are a great way for students to relax and express themselves. According to the survey, the best way to spend NEST is through watching movies as a class. However, students’ second favorite NEST activity was the science Christmas-themed activities.
Best Pickup/Drop Off Spot on Campus
Getting in and out of school is no easy task, but certain entrances/exits are more accessible to use than others. Jericho students believe the front circle provides the most convenient access for getting dropped off and picked up.
Best School Sport to Spectate
There are many sports offered at Jericho, and teams always need a good spectator section to cheer them on. The volleyball team always has such an enthusiastic student section, so it is obvious why it is students’ favorite sport to spectate.
Best School Pet
Most Jericho students and staff aren’t aware of the many amazing pets that there are at school. However, beloved therapy dog Josie is well known for putting a smile on our students’ faces and takes the title of best school pet.
Best School Lunch
Now that the entire lunch menu has changed, students are loving the new meals. In particular, grilled cheese and tomato soup is the top choice for most students.
Best School Event
Jericho is full of exciting and entertaining events throughout the course of the school year. Although they are all amazing in their own way, Battle of the Classes is students’ favorite event.
