Homecoming 2012: South Goes Old School

The following item was provided by District 225.

Glenbrook South is going “old school” and taking students back to their childhood days filled with cartoons, board games and candy.

Homecoming week runs from Monday, Oct. 1 through Saturday, Oct 6. Monday officially kicks off the week with float building in the Autos Courtyard from 3:15 to 9 p.m. Construction will continue throughout the week up to Friday at 11 p.m.

On Friday, the street dance will take place from 7 to 11 p.m. in the Autos Courtyard. A pep rally will be held in the Main Gym at 9 p.m. 

The homecoming parade kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Different from past years, Glenbrook South will also host the first Mama Glass 5K Spirit Run/Walk following the parade at noon. The event will take place at GBS on the new titan track and celebrate the iconic figure. Family and alumni are welcome.

The Titan Tailgate Party also will be held in the West Cafeteria from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. All are welcome. GBS varsity football will play Waukegan at 1:30 p.m.

The homecoming dance, themed “Sweet Dreams,” runs from 8 to 11 p.m. in the Main Gym. 

Dress is semi-formal (sport coat and tie for guys; semi-formal for girls-no jeans). Those not appropriately dressed will be turned away. Bid price is per couple is $15 with activity pass; $18 without activity pass; $20 at the door. Single tickets are $7.50 with activity pass; $9 without activity pass; $10.00 at the door.

Parents are encouraged to chaperone buses and large limos, although most couples do not use limos. For student safety, all vehicles are subject to search. It is customary for boys to provide girls a corsage.

The dance is chaperoned by GBS staff, and school rules apply. Parents are advised to verify supervision at pre- or post-dance parties. The Glenview curfew for age 16 and under is midnight. Please enter through West Lake Avenue stoplight; all other entrances will be closed.

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