According to a survey, Homecoming 2013- Carnival- was a memorable and successful event. Many of this year’s highlights included a school assembly, a parade, block party, a football game, and finally, the dance. Many had planned activities, such as pictures or a dinner, to have a fun time. Different aspects of the weekend stood out compared to others, but overall, there was not a person who said something negative about the school dance.

According to Haley Glenn, this year’s Homecoming princess and participating member of student council, the most fun lay before the winning court was announced at the football game. Though the game was exciting, she mentioned that being present with the other nominees “was such a great experience.” The school spirit was apparent during Friday night, where friends cheered for all the other homecoming court nominees and the football team, who won their game against Dundee-Crown.

For some, the best part was the pep-rally, which evoked laughter and joy as the cheerleaders and dancers performed their routines. In addition to the routines, the students enjoyed seeing a couple of teachers have pie thrown in their faces, and watching the competitions and races against other classes. Noah Meyers, a spectator present at the assembly, commented “that was cool” over the subject of the teachers having their faces covered with pie. According to Tanishq Dubey, dancer in the boys-poms routine, the experience was “really fun. It was a good time.” As songs such as “We Can’t Stop” by Miley Cyrus played, the boys performed a variety of dance moves that stood out from any other performance the school has seen, alongside the routines the Varsity Pom squad and Cheerleading squad performed.

Other gatherings, such as the block party and parade attracted the interest of other students, who enjoyed participating in games and tossing candy off the floats. Sports teams gathered on floats as other students shouted out words of support and encouragement. Overall, the population attending this year’s homecoming festivities increased from last year, due to the theme and activities available at the block party. Comparing last year’s homecoming to this year, senior Michael Lucchese commented that there were “a lot more spectators at the parade.” Some spectators stayed to play carnival-themed games that were fun to watch as well.

To others, the dance was the best part. Student council put in a lot of effort to make the night memorable, and members, such as Lexie Ruscheinski, claimed that she “loved the decorations.” To other student council member, Lydia O’Donnell, her favorite thing was the action of decorating. Meeting up with other student council members to paint, outline, and cut out the tickets, lollipops, and teddy bears was an accomplishment. The walls leading into the gym were lined with balloons and paintings, such as bumper cars, intricate masquerade masks, and colorful ice cream cones. The final product amazed many, and people attending the dance complimented the hallways as it flowed with the carnival-motif.

To most, the dance was the best part. The balloon drop was a common favorite among the people asked, specifically Junior Emily Packer who mentioned that the balloon drop was her favorite part. Dancing and being with friends was an answer many provided, as well as taking pictures and dressing up. In a survey, the attire consisted of sixty five percent of people being dressed in black, and thirty five percent being dressed in colors. Other parts of the dance that were included in a lot of recollections and memories was the selection of music. Mostly, the DJ allowed requested songs, and the majority of songs included rap music. Songs such as “Hey Ya” by Outkast and “Best Song Ever” by One Direction played. Many enjoyed dancing with their dates and friends regardless of the music choices.

Overall, Homecoming was a night to remember.