Diana Chavez

Senior Samantha Madriz and Junior Jayden Medina are among the many relationships at Morton East.

Over half of Morton East students have been in relationships.

After a survey of 100 students, about 72% of Morton East students have previously been in relationships, and over half of those previously in relationships are currently in relationships. According to Machronicle.com, high school relationships can be valuable opportunities for personal growth. On the other hand, former Morton student Frank Rehor seems to feel differently.

“My honest opinion? I think high school relationships are a drag. Yeah, they’re cool at first and everything, but my relationships kinda sucked; I hated all of them,” said alumnus Frank Rehor.

Interestingly, according to onlinedivorce.com, only 10% of students are currently in a relationship that has lasted a year or more, and the same percentage of students at Morton East stands. If these relationships are so valuable, why aren’t they lasting?

“We ended because of the lack of communication. I was tired of it,” said senior Keandra Miranda.

Senior Misael Mendoza thinks similarly and shares.

“A red flag I see in relationships is that they be TOO friendly with the opposite sex, and they lack communication,” said senior Misael Mendoza.

School psychologist James Loerzel shares his knowledge and gives students advice on this problem.

“Make sure you openly communicate about what you want in the relationship. It’s okay to talk about what you want from your partner,” said school psychologist James Loerzel.

On the other hand, communication skills don’t seem to be a priority when looking to meet someone new.

“If they do too much or act different around other people, I try to avoid them. I don’t like that acting different s***,” said junior Jahir Alcantara.

Overall, this information shows reasons why Morton relationships don’t last.