Homecoming to feature scary haunted mansion, masquerade theme

October 19, 2009 • Marina Brassfield  
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Our homecoming dances have long been known for their carnival rides, original themes, and entertainment. Student Council members selected “MaSCAREade” as the theme for homecoming, scheduled for Oct. 24.

Council members will transform the gym into a spooky haunted house, sure to scare all who attend.

“Gym Jam had more people than usual, the first assembly went smoothly, school spirit is great, and we have more students doing sports than ever before,” said Activities Director Reno Holler. “There is a great feel to this year, and homecoming is the next big event, so I’m definitely looking forward to it.”

To the disappointment of many students, there will be no carnival ride.

“We couldn’t afford to pay for a ride this year. It typically runs around $5,000 to rent a carnival ride,” said sophomore representative Sarah Edwards. “We just didn’t have the money in our budget.”

“Homecoming and the rides there are always fun, so I was upset when I heard we weren’t going to get one this year,” said a disappointed sophomore, Tatum Randall.

“It’s a little disappointing, but I understand why we can’t have a ride, because of the expense. Plus, for me anyways, homecoming is more about spending time with friends,” said sophomore Sybil Henry.

“When I called the company, they said that by that time of year, they are usually not renting out rides anymore. To have rides, we need to have good weather, and by that time of year, it is usually fairly cold,” said Holler in explanation for the lack of a ride.

Friday’s homecoming game will be against Hermiston. Saturday’s dance will run from 8:00 p.m. through 11:00 p.m. and will cost $20 ($25 without an ASB card) at the door.