Centennial’s Eventful Homecoming Week

By Juliana Segura

The Centennialight

October 13 through October 18, Centennial High School held many celebrations in preparation of the upcoming homecoming dance.

In mid-September, the Bulldog seniors were given the opportunity to nominate one girl and one boy for homecoming court. The final court consisted of four couples: Giana Hanes and Rick Jesson, Ariana Martinez and Ezra Mestas, Jackelyn Isabel and Bryson Byrd, and lastly Charli Martinez and Ari Horstman.

Throughout the week leading up to the homecoming dance, all students received a ballot with the names of these candidates. They did not just have to vote an individual with the couple they are organized in, but can also nominate one girl and one boy to be named Homecoming Queen and King.

Another exciting part of Homecoming week were the spirit days that all students were encouraged to participate in. The days were carefully planned by the Centennial student government to make sure they follow the theme of the dance, Under the Sea.

Spirit days consisted of Rock and Roll Pirates, Tropical Tuesday, Shipwreck Wednesday, and red and white day.

On Thursday, October 16 the Homecoming assembly took place in the auditorium. Juniors and seniors attended and freshman and sophomores watched from their classrooms as Bulldog TV livestreamed to make sure everyone had the opportunity to watch.

This assembly was designed for the student body to see the court and listen to their interesting interviews, but they also watched the crowning of the Queen, Ari Martinez, and the King, Ezra Mestas. Following the assembly, Centennial Girls Cabinet hosted their regular celebration upstairs above the commons for the family and friends of the court. 

The same day, the Homecoming football game took place at Dutch Clark Stadium at 7 pm which was played against Pueblo South High School. This was yet again another opportunity to congratulate the court and show Bulldog spirit.

The Homecoming week came to an end on October 18, the day of the dance. The dance lasted from 8-11 pm in the commons of Centennial where students were encouraged to dress and act appropriately. Once again, the court was celebrated in front of their peers.

Courtesy photo by The Bulldog yearbook staff.