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East Leyden Student Activities Newsletter
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September 5, 2023
Homecoming Week Spirit Days
- Monday, September 11th is Adam's Monday - dress like Adam Sandler
- Tuesday, September 12th is Tacky Tourist Day - dress like a typical vacation tourist
- Wednesday, September 13th is On Wednesdays We Wear Pink Day - wear all shades of pink
- Thursday, September 14th is Throwback Thursday - dress like a younger you
- Friday, September 15th is Neon Day & Night - dress head to toe in bright neon colors & wear those neon colors to the Varsity HOCO Football Game
Homecoming Events
Pep Rally
Kickoff HOCO weekend & show your school spirit with the Homecoming court, athletes, band, color guard, poms, and cheerleaders. After the Pep Rally, head directly to the Sophomore Football Game at the West Leyden Football Field.
When: Friday, September 15th at 4pm
Where: West Leyden Field House
Varsity Football Game
Cheer on the Leyden Varsity Football team as they battle for a win against the Proviso East Pirates. Enjoy a special halftime show with multiple performances & the announcement of the HOCO Royal Eagles! Make sure to wear NEON colors to the game!
When: Friday, September 15th at 7pm
Where: West Leyden Football Field
Disco Fever HOCO Dance
The biggest event of the year is finally here! Take a picture in the 360 degree photo booth, cool off at the Kona Ice truck and dance your heart out during a night you will never forget.
When: Saturday, September 16th from 7pm - 10pm
Where: West Leyden Field House
Get Your Homecoming Dance Tickets!
Don't miss a night at the Disco! Disco Fever Homecoming Dance tickets will be sold Monday, September 11th through Friday, September 15th during ALL lunch periods in the Student Activities Office (D201). Tickets are $20/each and can be purchased with cash or a check made out to Leyden High Schools.
Students who want to bring a guest from another school must get a Guest Form from the Dean's office, complete it and return it to the Dean's office by Thursday, September 14th. Once the Guest Form has been signed by a Dean, a guest ticket can be purchased during normal sale times.
Tickets will NOT be sold at the door the night of the dance.
Club Spotlight!
In Defense of Females
In Defense of Females is a club that welcomes all genders who are motivated to work on issues that affect females locally and globally. Projects are determined by the students in the club. Make a difference in the lives of females! The next club meeting is Wednesday, September 13th at 3:10 in room 217. We hope to see you there! Ms. Gagliardi and Ms. Kosanovic
If interested in learning more about In Defense of Females, contact Ms. Gagliardi at JEGagliardi@Leyden212.org or Ms. Kosanovic at SKosanovic@Leyden212.org.