The school’s Associate Student Body (ASB) is taking this year’s Homecoming dance to the next level by combining it with the Winter Formal into a single, higher-budget event. Samantha Hofflich, the ASB Activities and Events Planner, has been planning the dance for a month, pouring her time and energy into making it the best it can be for all students. With all these new changes, students have many questions, so The Falconer interviewed Hofflich for answers.
How is Homecoming going to be different than last year?
“Homecoming is going to be different because we are going off campus this year at a crazy venue, PARQ Nightclub, instead of holding the dance at school.”
Why is there no winter formal?
“It’s just Homecoming this year because there weren’t enough people going to each of the dances last year, so ASB has combined the two dances into one, so more people will come, and all grades will be incentivized instead of just underclassmen.”
What’s the venue like?
“There are two stories, and it is super spacious with a really clean design. The bottom floor is more trees and lights, while the top floor is very spacious and will be covered in neon decorations, tables, a dance floor, a DJ, a big screen, and lots of TP logos. We just toured it, and we can’t wait to decorate and get it ready for the dance.”
What’s the theme? How was it chosen?
“This year’s theme is Neon Nights. It is decided by ASB voting between three themes, and everyone liked neon the best. The other options were Under the Sea and Jungle.
What should people wear?
“The dress code is semi-formal, so a short dress or button-down, and you don’t need to dress on theme, but we would love it if you do.”
How much is a ticket?
“The tickets cost $50 with a Falcon card and $60 without, the money is going towards the food, decorations, and the whole venue; just everything that goes into Homecoming.”
What type of food will there be?
“The food is going to be sliders/hamburgers, mac and cheese, cookies, a veggie plate, and lots more desserts.”
Who’s catering? Can I bring my own food?
“The nightclub is catering all the food. You can’t bring any food in, even if you have allergies; the only food will be what’s provided.”
How many students are going? Will grades be separated?
“Right now, around 800 people are going. Grades will be separated by floor. You can go between them, but I recommend you stay on your floor and let each grade have its own fun.”
Will it mostly be underclassmen?
“Past Homecomings have been mainly underclassmen, but we’re trying to get all the grades since there are different levels, theirs room for all of them, and the upperclassmen don’t have to be stuck with the Freshmen.”
Can anyone come?
“Everyone is welcome, even students from other schools, as long as they fill out the Dance Guest Pass Application and buy a ticket. Guest tickets cost $70.”
What can I bring?
“Like I said, outside food and drink will not be permitted, but people are allowed to bring purses and jackets, and contraband is strictly prohibited. If students get caught with any, they will be asked to leave.”
What about party buses?
“Party buses are allowed, and may be subject to searches before students enter the venue.”
Do I have to go to the football game?
“You don’t have to go to the football game, but I highly recommend students come even if they aren’t attending the dance to help show our school spirit.”
Why should I go?
“People should go because it’s going to be so fun. ASB has spent countless hours planning this event for everyone, and it represents our hard work and dedication to this school. It’s a night for you to make memories with your friends and be a part of the high school experience altogether as a student body. Be There!”
