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Seniors run for Homecoming

Mattie Baker, Reporter • September 15, 2023 • 505 Views
Golden Smile Abigail Herncane smiles as she is being crowned as the Homecoming Queen. Herncane was announced as the Homecoming Queen on Sept. 30.
Makenzie Closson
Golden Smile Abigail Herncane smiles as she is being crowned as the Homecoming Queen. Herncane was announced as the Homecoming Queen on Sept. 30.

Every year, seniors from sports and clubs alike face off to be the next homecoming queen or king. This year’s candidates, as well as the extracurricular they are representing, are listed below. 

Clubs:

  • Mountain Echo: Jaidyn Palladini
  • Horseshoe Yearbook: Amy Dean 
  • Marching Band: Mackenzie Colabove
  • National Art Honor Society: Meleah Lang
  • Sparkle: Aleah Layton
  • Mock Trial: Destiny Lopez-Flores
  • FBLA: Camryn MacAlarney
  • Chorus: Claire Piper
  • Drama: Ava Rokosky
  • Orchestra: Anara Zabinsky

Sports:

  • Girls Tennis: Abby Donlan
  • Silks: Michaela Etters
  • Lioneers: Ally Kifer
  • Track & Field: Hailey Kravetz
  • Girls Basketball: Jaiden Krull
  • Majorettes: Keira McKee
  • Girls Golf: Megan McKee
  • Girls Soccer: Hannah Vancas
  • Softball: Macenzie Woodring
  • Cheerleading: Tehya Porter
  • Gymnastics: Delaney Barr

“It’s always exciting to see which teams and clubs participate,” homecoming adviser, Kathryn Curry said. “A lot of clubs always have a candidate and I would say [some] like National Art Honor Society typically don’t, so that’s exciting to see.”

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Mattie Baker
Mattie Baker, Associate Editor
I am an associate editor and this is my second year on staff! I've always loved reading and writing. My dream job, at the moment, is to work at Barnes & Nobles and drink Starbucks on the daily. I'm obsessed with action movies like "Bullet Train," "John Wick" and "James Bond." I also have a passion for art. I've been taking extra art classes for over 10 years! Later in my life, I hope to be a storyboard artist and author.
Makenzie Closson
Makenzie Closson, Associate Editor
My name is Makenzie Closson. I am a second year member of the Mountain Echo and Horseshoe yearbook staffs. Last year, I became a PSPA finalist and even won first in the state for yearbook copy writing. Besides just being involved in the publications, I'm a competitive dancer. I also enjoy playing my guitar, creating art and film making. After high school, I plan to attend a film school to become a director.