The CHIEF September 2026

Upcoming School Events

By Alexis Legner

As we begin the fall semester of school, it can be easy to feel gloomy about the end of summer. It’s hard to get back into a routine of waking up early, sitting at school, doing homework, then going back to bed, just to get up and do it all over again. However, the upcoming months at PTHS give students a lot to look forward to. The biggest event approaching is Homecoming Week, which brings many fun occasions. Homecoming festivities are a big deal here at Pontiac! They do not last only a day, but rather a full week. The first activity of the week is Powderpuff. On the Sunday of Homecoming Week, a small tournament is hosted. In this, each grade’s girls will face off in a flag football scrimmage. On the other hand, the boys will compete against each other in volleyball games. The winner of each will earn points for their class that will eventually be used to determine which grade—Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors—will win the competition that year. Another festivity of the week is the Homecoming Parade. During this parade, all fall sports, some clubs, and other community organizations will ride through town, throwing candy to the families watching. The Homecoming Court also rides in the parade. Additionally, each grade makes a Homecoming Float to fit the theme of the year. These floats ride in the parade and will also be judged and scored to earn points. Furthermore, each class decorates a hallway to best fit the topic of the dance that year, once again to earn credit for their grade. The pinnacle of Homecoming Week, however, is the dance. Everybody gets dressed up, takes pictures, and comes to the high school to dance the night away with their friends or date. Although it may feel nerve-wracking at first, the night is truly so much fun and a day to look forward to and remember. Bear in mind, the celebration and activities are always better when you are participating, so make sure to mark your calendars for the upcoming events!