What is Endersession?
Endersession (May 3 - May 28, 2027) is a four-week experience where HTH seniors design their own learning experience to prepare for life after high school.
Seniors, this is your opportunity to explore an interest, build new skills, gain real-world experience, contribute to your community or combine several experiences to create an Endersession that is meaningful to you.
Your Endersession plan should include approximately 35 hours of activities each week.
What Can I Do?
There isn't just one way to design an Endersession. Your four weeks might include one major experience or a combination of several.
Return to your junior-year internship site or find a new organization where you can gain experience in a field that interests you.. Paid employment cannot receive academic credit.
Work with an organization or cause you care about while developing new skills and contributing to your community.
Some students may use Endersession for credit recovery. See Marcus to find out if you qualify.
What Doesn't Count for Endersession
Working all day at Taco Bell
Tutoring students without partnering with an approved organization
Three-week road trip with friends
Internship with an immediate family member
Design Your Endersession
Apply to potential sites or programs (make sure to explain what Endersession is, your learning goals, and how you can contribute)
Create an Endersession proposal
Meet with your Endersession X block advisor to receive support and feedback
Final draft of your plan signed off by guardian and Endersession advisor
Complete the Student Commitment Form (provided by your advisor)
How many hours are required for Endersession?
Your Endersession activities should total approximately 35 hours per week for four weeks.
Can I use my paid job for Endersession?
No. Due to California state law, students cannot receive academic credit for paid work.
Can I do an internship for Endersession?
Yes! You can return to your junior-year internship site or find a new internship.
Can I combine different activities?
Yes. Your Endersession can include a combination of experiences, such as an internship, volunteering, classes, or certification programs.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. Volunteer work should be completed through an approved organization and provide a meaningful learning or service experience.
Can I take a class or earn a certification?
Yes! College classes and certification programs that connect to your interests or future plans can be part of your Endersession.
Can I do my Endersession with a family member?
You may not complete an internship with an immediate family member.
Can I travel during Endersession?
A vacation or personal trip does not count as an Endersession activity. Your plan needs to meet the learning goals and approximately 35-hour-per-week requirement.
What if I need credit recovery?
Credit recovery may be an option for some students. See Marcus to find out if you qualify.
What if I'm not sure whether my idea will be approved?
Talk with your Endersession X Block advisor before finalizing your plans. They can help you determine whether your idea meets the requirements.
When is my Endersession plan official?
Your final plan must be approved and signed by your guardian and Endersession advisor, and you must complete the Student Commitment Form.
