Mia Moberly
BY MIA MOBERLY
October off to a fast start with annual Homecoming activities
October is a busy month for THS students. Between the homecoming dance, college applications, and fall sports, it’s hard to catch a break.
The homecoming football game is on Oct. 4, which is a night of exciting fun for students of all ages. Not only will the team hopefully lead Trenton to victory, but it will also crown its homecoming queen. Before the members of the homecoming court stand on the football field awaiting their fate, they are put through a rigorous screening process. First, each school club picks one girl to represent them in the Queen’s Judging, which is essentially a pageant. First, the contestants have to participate in a choreographed dance to kick off the evening. After that, they answer one random “informal” question and one “formal” question that they prepare for. Out of approximately 30 participants, a panel of community leaders picks five girls with the best answers. These girls make up the court, and only one will be crowned homecoming queen after the senior class casts their votes.
“I’m excited and nervous at the same time,” said French Club candidate Madelynn Przytula. “It can be hard to stand on a stage in front of your fellow students.”
It’s the second month of school, which means clubs are starting to get back in the groove after summer break. Most come and go due to fluctuating student interest, but unfortunately this year the Robotics team is in peril because they are without a coach. It’s a valuable resource for students interested in STEM careers like computer programming, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering.
Senior Cassidy Francis has been a part of the team since freshman year and if they can’t find a coach, she’ll be sad to see it go.
“My time on the team has provided me with a plethora of opportunities,” said Francis. “Being on the team has changed me as a person. It’s helped me grow and gain confidence.”
The Trenton Torquenados have been a welcoming place for everyone, and most students don’t know high school life without it. For those not interested in sports, a team experience can be hard to find, and robotics provides that.
Every month I’ll be featuring a different club, so stay tuned for more information on how THS students are getting involved with their school and the community. Have a great October!
Correspondent Mia Moberly is a senior at Trenton High School.