Beyond the Dance Floor: The Community Spirit of Homecoming

By Jack Walker & Aiden Darnieder

North Shore Country Day Homecoming Dance 2024 was an amazing experience for students, as well as an incredible success for the upper school Student Council. This was largely due to student body Co-President Josh Sanders’ amazing recommendation for the DJ. This year's dance started off slowly, per usual, but as more people arrived, it quickly picked up into a thrilling experience. Although the presence of more peers brings students out of their shell, the quality of the songs played by the DJ is the deciding factor for full participation. The dance really got started with the DJ playing “FE!N” by Travis Scott. Then, queuing a combination of hip-hop, pop, house and overall great party music, the night only got better from there

The mix of genres paired with the ability for students to request songs provided an inclusive and exciting experience, making sure the night was fun for everyone. The days following the dance, the DJ was the talk of the upper school. Almost every student that attended the dance recognized the expertise of the DJ. The Student Council was praised by many for listening to the students, understanding them, and providing what they truly desire. In this case, it was an amazing homecoming. Students are now looking forward to future dances and events after this one set a new, higher standard for all dances in the future. The excitement generated by this year’s dance rekindled the spirit and participation of US students in school-led events. Student Council’s efforts and success in this dance has set high expectations and anticipation for what is next to come.