As the first month of school winds down at Cape Coral High, homecoming becomes the hot topic on students’ minds.
This year, homecoming will take place on October 26th from 7 PM to 10 PM. As long as weather permits, it will be in the courtyard outside, however, if it rains the dance will be moved into the cafeteria.
The theme, enchanted forests, was announced at the first pep rally of the year. This decision was not taken lightly, as a large number of students showed up to the Student Government Association meeting to vote on it.
Aeris Romero, communications director for the class of 2027, stated, “We had a big general meeting where all of the SGA kids and members at large voted on a list of themes and enchanted forest ended up winning.”
A lot of details about homecoming are still to be determined, but one thing that student government officers are sure about is that it will be a magical night for everyone involved.
“Student government is working hard to plan everything,” said eleventh grader Kyra Hayes, the executive board vice president. “Every year we strive for creating an immersive experience for the students.”
For the decorations, the student government has a vision that they are trying their best to execute. The plan is similar to the 360 photo booth from last year, however, they are also going to incorporate new ideas that go with the theme like fairy lights, tree decorations, and maybe even a wishing well.
As for the outcome, it is expected to be a huge event and therefore a success.
Executive board president and senior Madison Lison said, “Last year we had a huge outcome and I’m really hoping this year will be the same way. As long as everybody wants to join, I think it’s going to go great.”
A big part of homecoming is the proposals, which help to make the dance memorable for all of the couples. Junior and executive board communications director, Sylvie Winters said, “If the students do any proposals, with a poster or anything of that sort, they should videotape it and send it to the @cchsga page on Instagram and we’ll reshare it.”
Students have differing opinions on whether homecoming is worth it to attend. A lot believe that it’s a monumental part of the high school experience.
“It’s a one time thing and you always have to enjoy your high school years,” said sophomore Steven Espinal Pena. “You only have one time in high school so you should take advantage of those experiences while you have them.”
For most students, homecoming week is a way of getting involved with their peers. Freshman Zavyr Warren said, “I really like how the school comes together in unity and we all just show appreciation and a lot of school spirit.”
On the other hand, there are always those who believe homecoming is just not their scene. “I’m not going to homecoming because I already know that type of stuff just isn’t fun to me and I don’t want to do it,” sophomore Aiden Rivinius stated.
The dance is a good place for people to spend time with their friends and make the most of their teenage years. Sophomore Dinorah Duenas added, “I’m really looking forward to dancing, good food, and for the music to be great.”
Another part of homecoming time is the annual powderpuff game which is to be held on October 22nd. Powderpuff is a chance for students to step outside of their comfort zone by changing the traditional roles of football. During the game, girls compete in a flag football game, with their male peers on the sidelines cheering them on.
“All students have the opportunity to be [included],” said Raiders Instructor Sergeant Major John Humphries. “Powderpuff is a unique experience in allowing football players to become cheerleaders and cheerleaders to become football players. It’s about time.”
The classes compete against each other, with each graduating year having their own team.
Participating players from all grades need to pick up paperwork in order to be cleared to practice and play in games.
The interest meetings for freshman, juniors, and seniors are all on September ninth right after school.
For seniors, the meeting is to be held in Alana Kearney’s room (149). The junior meeting is going to be in Sandra Johnson’s room (224) and for freshmen it will be in Linsey Uphoff’s room (220).
The sophomore class has practice plans in the works, with their interest meeting that took place on September third being a big turnout and success.
Traditionally, a football player from each grade level coaches the girls, and a cheerleader from each grade will choreograph and teach the routine to the boys.
For the Class of 2027, the boys coaches are Nehemiah Miranda and Derek Hooker while the girls coach is Melissa Laborde.
Sophomore Nehemiah Miranda said, “My coaches really inspired me to want to coach and be like them. My job is to basically teach the girls football and to help them win.”
