Homecoming is one of the most exciting times for everybody: freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and the oldest of them all seniors, but how was homecoming like years ago back when seniors were FRESHMAN?!? So we asked a couple of seniors and juniors about what homecoming was like in their first year. They didn’t really have one but they did their sophomore year.
The homecoming court is one of the things that has changed throughout the years, “People have made it fairer and less serious and now it’s more like you can run with anyone so it’s not much of a popularity contest” said Junior Helena Kamp.
“My first year of high school I didn’t have a homecoming, but I did win homecoming court. We still did that even without homecoming,” said Senior Terry Knighting.
So we can see that with these changes.
Homecoming already seems fun even before the actual dance. Besides the dance, the week ahead is full of different various events including the pep rally, tailgate, and of course, the football game. The homecoming game is one of the biggest football games of the year. During halftime, they have the long-standing tradition of announcing the homecoming court. One of the other events to look forward to this week is the tailgate. Most clubs are looking forward to setting up games, fundraising, and spreading the word around for their club. If you show up early you can get your face painted, grab some treats, and show your school spirit by wearing Liberty colors.
The homecoming theme is a hard thing to coordinate your outfit too, especially this year’s theme neon. Unlike the last 2 years which was “harvest and red carpet”, senior Bonnie Quansah says. They even had a bonfire during the COVID year. “it was a good old time outside the year we did the bonfire instead of the dance, exclaims, Terry Nighting.
Some things can be done differently, but the one thing almost everyone wants changed is a better music selection. “The music we want better music,” said junior Christina Dovell. While some think the music should be changed, others are still optimistic. “The playlist but it should be interesting,” says Bonni Quansah. A few students even suggested that they could send in music and have it added to the playlist and have it all shuffled so everyone can enjoy it.
The Spirit Week themes have been different through the years too like, “PJ day and country vs. country club,” said Ash Tavarez.
“Biker vs. surfer, color wars, eagle spirit day,” said Helena Kamp. This year’s themes, of course, are Country vs. Country Club, Color Wars, Barbie vs. Oppenheimer, Dynamic Duo, and finally Eagle Spirit Day. Hopefully, next year’s themes will be as fun as these.
Homecoming is one of the biggest highlights of the year for many students. With a whole week to prepare outfits, get ready, build up the excitement and school spirit, a celebratory football game, and Homecoming Court announcements, homecoming season holds a special place in everyone’s hearts.
As we look back on the nostalgia of the past and appreciate the vibrancy of the present, one thing remains constant: homecoming continues to be a cherished occasion that brings communities together, fostering a sense of belonging and unity that surpasses the boundaries of time.
