Pack your bags and chart your course for a “Destination Homecoming,” which is the theme for Fresno Christian’s 40th Annual Homecoming. During the week of Sept. 22-26, students will journey through an thrilling week with spirit dress-up days, the royal battle, princess games, float building, an amazing football game and more.
For four decades, FC has gathered the community every fall to celebrate homecoming. Historically, this event has collected funding for non-profit organizations, such as Central Valley Honor Flight, Poverello House and American Red Cross. Past themes range from decades and Hollywood to seasons and destinations.
Part of the buzz of Homecoming is who will be elected to the Homecoming Court. Each grade level votes for their candidates to represent their grade for a week full of adventurous and wacky games. The following are this year’s elected candidates:
Senior King and Queen Court:
- King nominees: Benson Elbert, Braden Belmont, Christian Martinez, Bryce Smith, and Tycen Ramirez
- Queen nominees: Danielle Arndt, Delaney Meyers, Jordan Degroot, Kennedy Schwab, and Vivian Cheema
Princess Candidates:
- Juniors: Mayalina Cortez, Olivia Guerrero, and Rachel Garcia
- Sophomores: Ella Barnes, Layna Gailey, and Riley Price
- Freshman: Dakota Schwab, Kate Wyatt, and Presley Meyers
One unique part of this year’s court is that two sets of sisters will be featured: Delaney Meyers, ‘26, and her younger sister Presley Meyers, ‘29, along with Kennedy Schwab, ‘26, and her sister Dakota Schwab, ‘29. Dakota Schwab excited to partake in the big event as a freshman in high school.
“I can’t wait to be with my sister on homecoming court, adding a good specialty to my first year of high school,” Dakota Schwab said, “I’m most excited to just be with friends and have a good time with the games.”
As is tradition, each grade chooses a destination based on the theme. Classes work to prepare their floats for the big night. Votes will take place during the game to determine the winning class. The winning class will be announced the following Monday.
Float themes
Seniors: Paris, France
Juniors: Tokyo, Japan
Sophomores: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Freshman: Venice, Italy
All of this is possible with the creativity of the leadership students. Making sure everything is ready in such a short time for the big event. Junior leadership student Anne Madelyn Morgan, has been in leadership since her freshman year. Helping put homecoming
together, along with participating in building her class’ float.
“It is truly so fun organizing homecoming and just so rewarding to see all the hard work we put into it in the end,” Morgan said, “I love helping with the decor committee, getting the chance to bring the theme to life and make it fun for families and students who come out.”
Dress up days help get students involved and excited during Homecoming week. Dress up days officially start the Friday before the big week with PJ’s and suitcases.
Friday 9/19
- Jet lag (pjs and suitcases instead of backpacks)
Monday 9/22
- ‘Merica Monday
Tuesday 9/23
- Tacky Tourist Tuesday
Wednesday 9/24
- Lost luggage (mismatch)
Thursday 9/25
- Jersey day
Friday 9/25
- Spirit day
Returning nominee and freshman princess from 2022, Jordyn Degroot, ‘26, enjoys participating in the homecoming dress up days and looks forward to being on the court again.
“It is an honor to be nominated once again, I’m glad my classmates thought I should be voted for once again,” Degroot said, “I’m mostly excited to be included in all the festivities, dress up days and play the princess games with my friends.”
Homecoming is the biggest night of the year and this one will outdo them all with more than 100 elementary students participating in the annual cheer clinic. This brings even more FC families to the field for the festivities, so be sure to arrive early to get your seats. Multiple food trucks will be on site for meals along with concessions selling candy and drinks. Alumni, be sure to visit the alumni table near entrance gate where Robert Foshee will be looking to connect.
Come support FC Eagles against Cornerstone Christian, kickoff starting at 7 p.m. on Sep. 26 for the 40th Annual Homecoming game. Do not miss the princess introductions starting at 6:30 p.m. The royal court will be announced during halftime.
Stay tuned for daily recaps with all Homecoming events.
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