After a long summer, getting back into the swing of things can be hard and takes adjusting. Figuring out your new classes and workflow that you will have this year can be exhausting. Everyone deserves a little fun and celebration for making it to yet another year of school. The Homecoming dance is just what every student needs, as it boosts school spirit and celebrates this new school year.
Even though the school encourages students to have a great time, there are some expectations that each individual student should uphold.
The dress code
The attire worn should be school-appropriate. The theme for the 2025 Homecoming was recently revealed to be ‘under the sea’. Matching your outfit to the theme is encouraged and recommended, but it is not required. However, the outfit you do choose, whether it is a dress, a top and skirt, pantsuit, a top and shorts, or a tuxedo, etc., should not break the dress code in the 2025-2026 Student Handbook.
Although the dress code does not offer exceptions for school dances, members of the administration team are more lenient for these types of events, just remember this is a privilege. If you push the limits by wearing something inappropriate, you won’t just be ruining the dance for yourself, you will be ruining it for everyone.
Public display of affection
No one comes to homecoming to watch you and your significant other put on a show. It will potentially make other students at the dance very uncomfortable. Don’t be the reason someone leaves the dance early. Publicly displaying your affection will cause friends to be left out and not everyone will have a good time. Try the other form of PDA: privately displaying affection.
Post-dance meetups
Every year, there usually are post-hoco parties. No matter if you are hosting or attending, please remember there can still be consequences even not on school grounds. The Lancer Spirit is not condoning dangerous behavior, but we also know our approval or disapproval won’t change your decisions tonight. It is understandable to want to spend time with friends, but you need to be responsible and make good decisions. The dance ends at 10 p.m, so by the time you would be driving home from a get-together, it may not be safe or legal to drive.
Conclusion
Take this opportunity to have a great night with friends and avoid decisions that could ruin the experience for others. Make it a night to remember for all the right reasons.
