DGN presents “Under the Big Top” Homecoming Week: September 24-29

DGN presents “Under the Big Top” Homecoming Week: September 24-29

Don't miss out on the exciting Homecoming events at DGN: Sept 24-29!

North High celebrates its “Under the Big Top” circus-themed Homecoming beginning Monday, September 24 through Saturday, September 29. Below is a detailed list of school-wide events throughout the week. Students: Be sure to get your tickets for the Homecoming Variety Show and Homecoming Dance today!

Also, North High will induct three new members as 2018 Alumni Award of Excellence Honorees. Read more details here!

Monday, September 24

  • Staff and Student Spirit Day Theme: “Step Right Up” in your Jerseys (Sports Apparel)
  • Homecoming Olympics at 6:30 p.m.
    • Location: Fieldhouse

Tuesday, September 25

  • Staff and Student Spirit Day Theme: Tired from "Tumbling" Tuesday (PJs/ Robes/Snuggies)
  • Homecoming Ice Cream Social at 5:30 p.m.
    • Every Day’s a Sundae, 990 Warren Drive, Downers Grove
    • Students: Bring a canned good in order to receive a free scoop of ice cream!

Wednesday, September 26

  • Staff and Student Spirit Day Theme: Wacky Wednesday (Mismatching, Stripes, and Polka Dots)
  • Homecoming Variety Show at 7 p.m. 
    • Location: Auditorium
    • Tickets: $5 entry (fundraiser)

Thursday, September 27

  • Staff and Student Spirit Day Theme: Get Ready to “Practice” for the Circus (Workout Clothes/Athleisure)

Friday, September 28 

  • Staff and Student Spirit Day Theme: Trojan Pride Class Colors (freshmen: gray; sophomores: white; juniors: purple; seniors: black)
  • Homecoming Assembly at 2 p.m.
    • Location: Purple Gym
    • 2018 Alumni Award of Excellence recognition
  • Homecoming Parade at 3:15 p.m. 
    • NEW Route: Begins at the corner of Prince Street and Grant: South on Prince to Chicago Ave, West on Chicago Avenue to Linscott Ave, North on Linscott to Grant, ending at Grant and Saratoga. Click here to view map.
  • Homecoming Football Game vs. Oak Park at 7:30 p.m. 
    • Location: DGN Stadium
    • Sophomore game at 5 p.m.

Saturday, September 29

  • Homecoming Dance at 7-10 p.m.
    • Location: Purple Gym
    • Tickets: $25 if purchased in advance, $30 if purchased at the door
    • Guest forms: High School Student or Non High School Student - deadline to submit a guest form to the Student Activities Office is Wednesday, September 26.

We hope to see you at as many events as possible! 

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