Homecoming week is quickly approaching, and students are getting ready for one of the most spirited times of the year.
This year’s theme is Grizzlies in Wonderland.
The school has planned five themed dress-up days:
- Monday: “I’m Late!” (Crazy/Mismatch)
- Tuesday: Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum (Twin Day)
- Wednesday: Tiny Alice Day (Dress up as a little kid)
- Thursday: Characters (Dress as a Wonderland character)
- Friday: Grizzlies in Wonderland (Grizzly Spirit day)
Along with the spirit days, the nominees for Homecoming Court have been announced. Students are excited to see who will take the crown, with all the anticipation leading up to the Homecoming football game on Friday, Sept. 26, against Orange Cove.
After the game, the celebration continues with the Homecoming dance in the Pyramid, giving students the chance to dress up, hang out with friends, and close out Homecoming week with a night to remember. Tickets for the dance are $7. The dance is open to all Porterville Unified students, but they must bring their identification card.
Here are your Granite Hills Homecoming Queen nominees:
Genesis Chang
Q: Why would you make a good Homecoming Queen?
A: I would make a great Homecoming Queen for Granite Hills because I’m involved and I love helping and representing the school. I enjoy meeting new people and making new connections as well. I love to experience new things, and I want others to have a good experience at Granite as I have. Being Homecoming Queen would be amazing, and it’s already a privilege to represent the senior class as a homecoming candidate.
Q: What clubs/activities/sports are you involved in?
A: Some extra-curricular activities I’m involved in are ASB, Tennis, CSF, Spirit Club, Color Guard, and Link Crew. I am Vice President for ASB, Secretary for our senior class, and a returner for Color Guard and Tennis.
Q: What is a fun fact about you that people at school don’t know?
A: A fun fact about me that some people may not know is that I was in the choir for my freshman and sophomore years.
Q: Who is a role model to you? Why?
A: A role model to me is my sister-in-law. She is very strong-minded and follows her heart, while also making decisions rationally and carefully. Her personality is very outgoing, and she’s kind and polite to others, which is how I try to be. She also works hard and lives a happy life, accomplishing many goals that fulfill her. This is why she’s my role model.
Q: If you were queen of the world, what would you do?
A: If I were queen of the world, I’d hope that means I have a lot of money, I would buy fast food restaurants so I can eat them anytime I want. I would also buy everything and anything I want. As a queen for others, I would donate money to good causes. Educationally, medically, or families/people in need, I would lead programs that aid with any issues.
Atritha Joseph
Q: Why would you make a good Homecoming Queen?
A: I would make a good homecoming queen because I’m very involved in school activities, I love to make people smile, and I’m always willing to help people out.
Q: What clubs/activities/sports are you involved in?
A: I am in volleyball, girls basketball, softball, AVID, yearbook, Girls Who Code, and Link Crew.
Q: What is a fun fact about you that people at school don’t know?
A: Something that people don’t know? I would say I hate hugs.
Q: Who is a role model to you? Why?
A: Ms. Chavez, because she inspires me to help others. She’s always there for us, always helping us and making sure we will have a better future.
Q: If you were queen of the world, what would you do?
A: If I were the queen of the world, I would want to have equal rights.
Valeria Pedraza
Q: Why would you make a good Homecoming Queen?
A: I would make a good Homecoming Queen because I am involved, always showing my grizzly spirit, and I am kind towards others
Q: What clubs/activities/ sports are you involved in?
A: I am in the Cancer Awareness Club, I’m in band, and I’m the captain for the girls’ tennis team.
Q: What is a fun fact about you that people at school don’t know?
A: A fun fact about me that no one knows is that I really enjoy singing, and it’s my hidden talent.
Q: Who is a role model to you? Why?
A: A role model to me is my sister. I appreciate her because it means so much to me that I can always count on her for help, no matter what it is. I truly look up to her.
Q: If you were king or Queen of the world, what would you do?
A: If I were the queen of the world, I would help people in need and try to make a better environment for others.
Sarai Diaz
Q: Why would you make a good Homecoming Queen?
A: I believe I would make a good Homecoming candidate because I treat everyone with kindness and respect, no matter who they are. I always try to carry myself with a positive attitude, and I’m willing to help others in any situation. I’ve shown leadership in the activities I’ve been part of, and I’m very dedicated to the things I commit to. I think being Homecoming Queen is about representing your school with compassion, leadership, and positivity, and those are qualities I try to live by every day.
Q: What clubs/activities/sports are you involved in?
A: I am involved in Cheer, Colorguard, Winterguard, MECHA secretary, LJE pathway as their Pathway Ambassador, and Child Ministry Teacher for Vida Nueva’s Church.
Q: What is a fun fact about you that people at school don’t know?
A: A fun fact about me is that I wasn’t born in the Central Valley, and I’ve actually lived in four different states. Because of that, I’ve attended 13 different schools growing up.
Q: Who is a role model to you? Why?
A: My role model is my aunt. She’s worked very hard to build the life she earned, with a career that gives her financial stability and the ability to raise her family. No matter how long her workdays are, she always carries herself with compassion and finds the time to help others.
Q: If you were queen of the world, what would you do?
A: If I were Queen of the World, I would want to lead with kindness, empathy, and compassion. I would use my voice to represent women and speak up about important issues, while also making sure that everyone’s voice is heard. I believe leadership is about bringing people together and striving for peace, and I would want to create a world where respect and understanding come first. At the end of the day, we all live in the same world, so I would do my best to make it one where everyone feels included and valued.
Josaleen Garay
Q: Why would you make a good Homecoming Queen?
A: I would make a good Homecoming Queen because I’m really involved with school and do activities like sports, clubs, and other activities.
Q: What clubs/activities/sports are you involved in?
A: Sports. I am involved in soccer, volleyball, football, and track. I have done each of these for four years and football for two years.
Q: What is a fun fact about you that people at school don’t know?
A: A fun fact about me is that I could be really shy at first, but I try my best to break out of my shell.
Q: Who is a role model to you? Why?
A: A person who is a role model to me would be coach Scudder because he’s always been there for me, and he supports me in everything I do and makes me want to become a better person.
