AREA 805: EXTRATERRESTRIAL TAKEOVER Between ‘Kajabe Can Can,’ Advanced Dance and Band, homecoming was out of this world

by TJ Rothbauer, News Director

Homecoming week this year involved a week-wide search for the Bearcat, who had been abducted by aliens. Every day of homecoming week had its own theme. Tuesday was “Spaced Out Day,” in which students dressed in their pajamas to school. Wednesday’s theme was “Cowboys Vs. Extraterrestrials.” Bearcats were incentivized to wear “western gear or space gear,” by leadership, who put up a photoshoot area in the quad for students to gather with their friends and pose around. Thursday was “bring anything but a backpack to school day.” Students brought everything from chili pots, Playstation 5 boxes, shopping carts, and wheelbarrows to school. And finally, Friday’s theme was “Phone Home Day,” where students wore their homecoming shirts issued by leadership. Friday also included a bright and col- orful pep rally in which students of all different backgrounds showcased their skills. Between Advanced Dance, Choir, Band, and the Varsity Football team, the rally was packed with action and ecstatic student involvement with the classic game of “Kajabe.” Senior Andrew Olsen came out on top after a strong battle of wills with his opponent.

The Homecoming game halftime show was comprised of numerous performances from Varsity cheer, Advanced Dance, and a combination of both. Then, the homecoming court was announced. To everyone’s astonishment, seniors Brandon Bonham and Destiny Valenzuela won together despite running separately. The Bearcat Football team also took home win, beating the Pioneer Valley Panthers 15-6, completing an eventful 2021 homecoming.