Homecoming week is an exciting time for high school students. It’s a week full of fun activities, school spirit, and a sense of community. As an activity director, it’s your job to plan and execute a memorable homecoming week that students will never forget. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know to plan an unforgettable homecoming week.

Step 1: Determine Your Budget

The first step in planning an unforgettable homecoming week is to determine your budget. Knowing your budget will help you decide what activities you can plan and what resources you have available. Some activities may require more funding than others, so it’s important to prioritize and allocate your budget accordingly.

Step 2: Brainstorm Ideas

Once you know your budget, it’s time to start brainstorming ideas for homecoming week. Get input from your student council, teachers, and administrators. Consider what has worked well in the past and what new ideas you can bring to the table.

Here are some popular homecoming week activities to consider:

Pep rallies

Spirit days

Homecoming game

Homecoming dance

Parade

Talent show

Powderpuff football game

Lip sync battle

Step 3: Create a Schedule

After you’ve brainstormed ideas, it’s time to create a schedule for the week. Determine which activities will take place on which days, and make sure to leave enough time between events for setup and cleanup.

Here’s an example schedule for homecoming week:

Monday: Spirit day (students dress in school colors)

Tuesday: Pep rally

Wednesday: Talent show

Thursday: Powderpuff football game

Friday: Homecoming game

Saturday: Homecoming dance

Step 4: Assign Responsibilities

Planning and executing homecoming week is a big job, so it’s important to delegate responsibilities to your student council and other volunteers. Assign specific tasks to individuals or groups, and make sure everyone knows their responsibilities and deadlines.

Here are some responsibilities to consider:

Decorations

Promotions (posters, social media, announcements)

Talent show organization

Powderpuff football game organization

Homecoming dance organization

Parade organization (if applicable)

Step 5: Promote Homecoming Week

Promoting homecoming week is essential to getting students excited and involved. Use a variety of methods to promote the week, including social media, posters, announcements, and word of mouth. Consider creating a homecoming week hashtag to use on social media.

Step 6: Prepare for the Homecoming Game

The homecoming game is often the highlight of homecoming week, so it’s important to prepare accordingly. Coordinate with the school’s athletic department to make sure the game is well-organized and has plenty of school spirit.

Here are some things to consider when preparing for the homecoming game:

Organize a pep rally before the game

Create a halftime show (such as a dance performance or cheerleading routine)

Sell school spirit items (such as t-shirts or pom-poms)

Decorate the stadium with school colors and banners

Step 7: Plan the Homecoming Dance

The homecoming dance is another important part of homecoming week. Choose a venue and theme that will appeal to students, and make sure the dance is well-organized and safe.

Here are some things to consider when planning the homecoming dance:

Choose a venue with enough space for all attendees

Hire a DJ or band to provide music

Decorate the venue with the homecoming theme

Provide refreshments and snacks

Hire security or chaperones to ensure safety

Step 8: Evaluate and Reflect

After homecoming week is over, it’s important to evaluate the week and reflect on what worked well and what could be improved in the next seasons.

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