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A Royal Ball

Homecoming 2025
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Who Wore it Best: Monday Edition

You voted and we chose the most voted for pirate and most voted for royal.

Pirates vs. Royalty Kick Off Homecoming Week in Style

Homecoming Week officially began with a burst of school spirit as scholars dressed up for the Pirates vs. Royalty theme on the first day. From eye patches and bandanas to crowns and elegant gowns, the campus was filled with creative costumes that brought the theme to life and set an energetic tone for the week ahead.

Senior Ava Crozier chose to embrace the pirate side, saying, “I like pirates more than royalty, so it was an easy choice.”

Others leaned into the royal theme, including senior Delaney Holt, who saw the day as a chance to make meaningful memories. “This being my senior year, I knew I wanted to make it special, so I chose to do one of my favorite movies with one of my favorite people,” Holt said, her outfit inspired by the Barbie: Princess and the Popstar movie.

With strong participation, creative costumes, and energetic activities like naming Christmas song at chapel, the Pirates vs. Royalty theme launched Homecoming Week on a high note. As the week continues, scholars can look forward to more themed days, events, and celebrations that highlight school pride and tradition.

Who Wore it Best: Tuesday Edition
Amaya Lewis and Charlotte Drake, 11th grade, dressed up as Tiana and Charlotte from The Princess and the Frog. (Triston Moreau)

Characters were seen all over campus today. You voted and we tallied.

From characters like Tianna (Maya Lewis) and Tottie (Charlotte Drake), to the excitement of our Homecoming Parade, our schools support was on display.

“I got candy thrown at me,” said Josiah Giles, a 12th grader.

Our hoco court rode around campus, throwing out wristbands, gummies, and candy, for scholars to enjoy, alongside our boys’ and girls’ sports teams, who helped bring the energy to the parade.

Teachers and scholars also worked together to decorate the vehicles. Who would’ve thought someone on facebook marketplace would have Hawaii-themed decor available in December?

“We built a Snoopy house and aloha Lua, and I was pushed into a Jeep to help set up a surfboard for the other couple that was that was running,” Mrs. Torres shared “It was good to help out and let them know, that we’re here to support them.” 

As the second day of Homecoming Week ends, scholars can look forward to tomorrow’s theme: Twin Day. Who are going to be our next winners?



 

Meet the Court

Before you vote, get to know your court. We interviewed them and got all of the details.

Who Wore it Best-Wednesday
Sofia Koulianos and Debi Waisanen (Joli Baez)

Homecoming Week continued with excitement and creativity as scholars participated in Twin Day, filling the halls with matching outfits, coordinated colors, and perfectly paired looks. Friends, siblings, and even groups teamed up to show off their creativity, proving that school spirit is even better when shared.

From matching jerseys and pajamas to coordinated movie-inspired outfits, Twin Day encouraged students to work together and express their personalities through teamwork and style. The variety of twins on campus made it clear that no two pairings were the same, even when the outfits were.

“I’m dressed as a deer because I wanted to be cute,” says Alyssa Ochoa, a senior, “I’m matching with Noah Pike [senior] because I told him to.”

Others wore movie-inspired outfits, like Delaney Holt and Gigi Dottore, who planned theirs. “Our inspiration was from the third Shrek movie,” said the seniors. “We are Rumpelstiltskin and Fifi, Rumpelstiltskin’s bird.”

With strong participation and enthusiastic involvement, Twin Day kept Homecoming Week’s momentum going. As the week comes to an end, scholars can look forward to more themed days and events that bring the school community together and celebrate tradition, creativity, and pride.

After the competing team was trash-talking our girls team, Jesse Schilling, rushes to show the competitors who the Lions are.
HOCO HERE WE COME

The upcoming homecoming game already feels like a moment that will define One School athletics. From the moment the date was announced, it carried more weight than a normal matchup. This will be the first homecoming game in school history, and everyone involved players, students, coaches, and fans seems to understand that this night is about more than just basketball. There is a shared goal of making it memorable and setting a standard for what homecoming at One School should look like in the future.

Adding to the anticipation is the opponent: Space Coast. They were the team that defeated One School in the final game of last season, leaving a lasting impression and a sense of unfinished business. Facing them again, especially on such a significant night, gives this game an added layer of intensity. It is an opportunity for redemption and a chance to show growth since last season. Because it is also the final home game of the year, it carries even more meaning for seniors, coaches, and fans who want to defend their home court one last time.

For the first time ever, One School will feature an official student section, bringing homecoming energy directly into the gym rather than limiting it to the dance afterward. Students are expected to arrive early, fill the stands, and stay engaged from warmups through the final buzzer. Their presence alone promises to change the atmosphere and give the players a noticeable boost.

The whiteout theme is set to amplify everything. With students dressed in white, the gym will transform into a unified sea surrounding the court. The chants, cheers, and collective energy are expected to echo throughout the space, creating an environment that feels intense and electric.

As the game approaches, it already feels bigger than basketball. It represents school pride, unity, and the beginning of a tradition. No matter the outcome, this night has the potential to define One School’s culture, proving that meaningful traditions can be built both on and off the court.

After the competing team was trash-talking our girls team, Jesse Schilling, rushes to show the competitors who the Lions are. (Anna Ardolina)
Who Wore it Best: Thursday
Tristan Speciale won for the best dressed for Country Club and Joli Baez won for the best dressed country. (Natalie Montalvo)

Country vs country club– farm side v.s. suburbia.

With Joli rocking a straw hat and a stuffed cow to Triston wearing a white scarf and brown belt scholars showed out the theme. A question lingers however… Where did they get their inspo?

“I got the inspiration of my outfit from Pinterest,” said Tristan Speciale, 12th grader

Pinterest wasn’t the only inspiration— Joli shared how she also got help choosing which pieces to put together from her mom.

When asked how Joli felt winning she described it as, “fabulishous” and something she felt good about.

“It felt amazing, going to the news site and seeing that I won!” said Joli Baez, 11th grader

And throughout the day our scholars dressed in unique outfits that showcased different styles. As our highschoolers prepare for tomorrow’s dance, the next and final Homecoming theme will be Pop Star.

Wyatt Bonos and Avery Stepan the 2025 homecoming court king and queen
King and Queen

And the winners are….Avery Stepan and Wyatt Bonos!

Hear what they had to say about the win.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Pz5XBm4AfTCOGEtPBKbmM?si=0f1qkbN6RvS78E8Qd1Y0mA

Wyatt Bonos and Avery Stepan the 2025 homecoming court king and queen (Juan Ruiz)
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