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High School Bucket List: 20 Ideas For An Unforgettable Senior Year

The Ultimate Senior Year Bucket List!
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Senior Writer, The Huffington Post

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As your high school years wind down to a close, it's easy to feel like each semester and every day goes by faster and faster. But don't let high school pass you by -- be sure to make the most of your last days before college by creating your own senior year bucket list full of things you want to do or accomplish by graduation day.

From teen movie marathons to football game (you have to go to at least one!) to registering to vote, there are some experiences that you just can't miss out on before you move on to college life. Click through the slideshow below for 20 must-dos before senior year is over!

Tell us: What else is on your bucket list? Which things on our list will you try -- and which have you already done? Share your thoughts in the comments below or tweet @HuffPostTeen!

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Before You Go

Senior Year Bucket List
Sit With A New Group Of People At Lunch One Day(01 of20)
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High school can be cliquey, but you don't have to let the unofficial lunch table social map always dictate where you sit. Branch out one day by sitting with someone who's totally outside your group, whether it's your lab partner, a new friend or a guy on your swim team. (credit:alamy)
Register To Vote(02 of20)
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This one's a must for those who are soon to be of legal age. Voting is your right as an American citizen -- so be sure to exercise it! (credit:AP)
Say 'Yes' To Everything For One Day(03 of20)
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Within reason, of course -- but answering in the affirmative to every request and invitation for a day is a great exercise in thinking and acting positively. You might finding yourself saying "yes" more often afterwards! (credit:shutterstock)
Plan an Epic Promposal (04 of20)
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When it comes to prom, there's practically no such thing as going overboard. Until you get engaged, it's your only opportunity to declare your affection for someone in a super-fun, completely over-the-top way. And you never know -- it could go viral on YouTube!
Make A Sincere Apology To Someone You Hurt During High School(05 of20)
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We've all made mistakes in high school and done or said something that we regretted afterwards. Let someone in your life -- whether it's a former friend, ex-flame or family member -- know that you you're sorry with a heartfelt apology letter or email. (credit:alamy)
Wear Something Bold To School Just Because You Love It(06 of20)
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Take a cue from Lady Gaga and wear something totally crazy and out-there to school -- just because it's awesome. Who cares what anyone else things? You might even get some unexpected compliments on it. (credit:wenn)
Have An Amazing, Movie-Worthy Kiss(07 of20)
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Whether it's early in the morning on an empty football field or outside when the snow is falling, an epic, unforgettable kiss (or two, or three...) is a senior-year must. (credit:AP)
Create Your Resume(08 of20)
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Before you graduate, make sure to put together your experiences, awards and achievements in a polished resume. You'll need it as a starting point in college when you start really building up your work experience. (credit:alamy)
Go 24 Hours Without Internet, Phone Or TV(09 of20)
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If the thought of going for an entire day without Twitter makes you start to twitch, you probably could use 24 hours of unplugging and recharging. Just noticing how many times you instinctively reach for your phone or the remote will help loosen the gadgets' grip on you. (credit:PA)
Write A Letter To Your Best Friend(10 of20)
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And tell them to open it one year in the future. He or she will appreciate looking back at your friendship and remembering the good old times when you two have been apart for a year at college. (credit:alamy)
Have A 'Senior Year' Movie Marathon(11 of20)
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The glory of senior year has been immortalized in countless teen movies, from '80s John Hughes flicks to "Can't Hardly Wait" to "American Pie" to High School Musical 3: Senior Year." Find copies of a few favorite and invite your friends over for a night of movie marathoning.
Buy A College Sweatshirt From The School You're Attending(12 of20)
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And proudly wear it to class. Showing your pride for the college you'll be attending is a great way to get yourself excited and ready for the four years ahead of you. (credit:cbscollegestore.com)
Tell Your Favorite Teacher How Much They Meant To You(13 of20)
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All of us have at least one teacher who's have a profound impact on us. Before you graduate, make sure you let that teacher know how much they influenced you -- trust us, they'll appreciate it. (credit:alamy)
Train For & Run A 10K Or Half-Marathon(14 of20)
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Training for a 5K, 10K or half-marathon is a great way to challenge yourself and get in shape. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or not, you'll love the rush of crossing the finish line. (credit:shutterstock)
Go For A Day Without Creating Any Waste(15 of20)
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Sometimes we don't even realize how much waste we create each day, but between coffee cups, soda cans, paper towels and shopping bags, it can add up to a LOT. Go waste-free for a day by avoiding disposable food wrappers, and paper and plastic-derived throw-away items. You might think twice next time you reach for a plastic fork. (credit:Getty)
See A Band You've Never Heard Before Play(16 of20)
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Just for fun, branch out and discover a new band by going to see someone play whose music you've never heard before. Even if you're not into the tunes, it's a great way to discover a new venue, meet new people and get out of your comfort zone. (credit:Getty)
Go To A Football Game At Your School(17 of20)
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Show a little school spirit while you still can! Even if you're not a sports fan, you won't regret taking the opportunity to get pumped up for a Friday night football game with your friends. (credit:alamy)
Go To Prom! (Or An Alternative Prom)(18 of20)
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We get it -- prom isn't for everyone. But celebrating the end of high school is something that no one should miss out on, so make sure to either go to prom or throw an alternative-prom bash with your closest friends. Why miss an opportunity to dress up and dance the night away with your BFFs? (credit:alamy)
Ask Someone You've Never Talked To (But Always Been Interested In) To Sign Your Yearbook(19 of20)
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Do you have a high school crush who you never actually talked to but always secretly loved from afar? Ask him or her to sign your yearbook -- you might be pleasantly surprised at the message they leave you, and at the very least, you can be proud that you finally worked up the courage to confront them. (credit:alamy)
Say Thank You To Everyone Who Supported You For The Past 4 Years(20 of20)
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Because you know you could never have gotten through it alone. (credit:alamy)
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