As we get closer to fall, the school is bubbling with excitement, awaiting homecoming. Spirit week starts off the season, getting everyone involved in the spirit (pun intended) of homecoming. The pep rally and football game will follow, giving the community a show and an introduction to the homecoming court. The dance will draw the week to a close on Saturday evening.
There is a Spirit Week on the days before the dance. In order the themes are, Pajama Day, Jersey vs. Jersey Shore Day, USA Day, and Whiteout Day. Thursday that week, there will be a pep rally during which the homecoming king will be announced. During the football game on the 18th, the homecoming queen will be announced during halftime.
The homecoming dance will be taking place on October 19th from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. in the UPHS gym. Admission prices for the tickets are $25 per person and are being sold at all lunches. The theme of this year’s dance is “Under the Stars.” The dance will feature several activities throughout the night including a dance circle led by the homecoming representatives for each grade, as well as the king and queen. As the night continues the event will feature a slow dance for anyone in attendance.
Every dance needs food, so the menu will be supplied by a local pizza shop: Tosco’s! Mrs. Lychock informed the WSJ that, “Drinks will be on sale… but the food is free, food is a part of the price of admission.” There will be 2 servings of food, so if you miss the first one, you’re in luck!
If you went to last year’s homecoming dance, you may wonder why ticket prices this year were raised to $25 instead of $20. As a result of events at last year’s dance, more security was hired to ensure the safety and success of the event for all students and staff.
Because the decided theme this year is “Under the Stars,” the main color scheme will be dark blues, golds, and silvers. The gym will be covered in stars and will feature a half-moon decoration, perfect for photo opportunities.
Homecoming has been much awaited, organized almost entirely by the student council and Mrs. Lychock. If you would like to be involved, the art club has the task of decorating the school for the dance, email Mrs. Lychock to get involved. The Homecoming dance is always a night to remember, don’t miss out!
