Homecoming week is here (Sept 6th-Sept 13th), and this year Student Gov. is excited to incorporate Make-A-Wish Utah! We have been given a wish kid that is from our community and will be our representative for Make-A-Wish Utah (MAWU) during Hocoming activities.
At our kickoff assembly this morning, Lincoln and his mom shared their story of navigating Lincoln's medical journey. Lincoln, age 11, struggles with seizures, coming on and off again in an unpredictable manner since he was barely a year old. Over the years, he has endured "countless tests, scans, medications, and surgeries, including a major brain resection in 2019 and the placement of a responsive neurostimulation device." Despite these best efforts, seizures are something he and his family continue to endure. "Through it all, Lincoln has remained strong, resilient, and full of life. He never lets his condition slow him down."
While we are not raising money for Lincoln specifically, all the money we raise at certain events will go directly to MAWU to provide wishes for sick children. Lincoln's wish is to visit Disneyworld to ride big rollercoasters and meet with The Avengers. "For a boy who has faced so many challenges, this trip is more than a vacation. It's a celebration of courage, healing, and the joy of being together." We are thrilled to be able to add this element to Homecoming. Proceeds from various activities will go towards these great wishes. Students also have a chance to purchase a shining star at lunches, which will then be placed on a wall in the commons, with the money going toward the wishes as well.
Anyone can donate by clicking here as well.
Here is the breakdown of all the festivities for the week:
Saturday, Sept 6th:
Street painting on the east side of the school in the fire lane. Check out the highlights on Instagram.
Monday, Sept 8th:
Assembly on the football field.
Spirit day: Camo.
Movie night @ 7:30 pm at the north post on the football field.
Concessions will be sold with all money going to Make-A-Wish Utah. Lawn games will also be available.
Tuesday, Sept 9th:
Senior Sunrise @ 6:15 am on the football field (Seniors only).
Twisted Sugar during lunch in the fire lane.
Spirit day: Twin.
Powderpuff Football Game @ 7 pm.
Wednesday, Sept 10th:
Spirit day: Adam Sandler
Chalk fight @ 6:30 pm on the softball field, with kickball afterward.
Spirit Night at Burley Burger, funds go to Make-a-Wish-Utah
Thursday, Sept 11th:
Spirit day: Blackout
Parade @ 6:30pm with lineup starting at 5:30pm.
Pep Rally directly after parade on the football field, bonfire to follow.
Friday, Sept 12th:
Spirit day: Laker gear. Seniors wear blue, juniors wear white, and sophomores wear yellow.
Football game @7pm vs West Field. Theme is NEON. Royalty to be announced during halftime of the football game.
Saturday, Sept 13th:
Homecoming Dance @8pm on the football field. The theme is NEON NIGHTS.
A chunk of the proceeds will go to Make-A-Wish Utah.
Be sure to grab your tickets from the bookkeeper before the dance. All students (including guests) must bring school ID.
