SLHS PTSA September 17,2014

Homecoming 101: Seven Lakes Edition Presented by the Seven Lakes High School Parent Teacher Student Association (SLHS PTSA) Thank you to the following for their support of this program: Stacey Zudock, SLHS Band Boosters Amy Schuelke – Overalls Maggie Smith – VP Programs SLHS PTSA Debbie Hagan - Music Carter Vann – Studio VII & Comedy Sportz

Homecoming Mums and Garters SLHS BAND BOOSTER CLUB

What are mums? Mums started out as real flowers Mums have changed to silk to last longer Mums are a Homecoming Tradition Students wear them to school the day of the Homecoming game and to the football game Girls wear a single, double or triple silk mum Boys wear a regular or super garter silk mum Homecoming Mums Band Booster Representative: Stacey Zudock

If the student has a date, typically the guy buys the girl’s mum and the girl buy’s the guy’s garter Students can buy their own mum Some groups of friends draw names to buy mums for each other Parents can buy mums for their children Homecoming Mums Band Booster Representative: Stacey Zudock Who pays for the mum?

Basic girl’s mum starts at $30 Basic guy’s garter starts at $25 Most want added ribbons & charms Average cost for girls: $65 Average cost for guys: $50 How much do mums cost? Homecoming Mums Band Booster Representative: Stacey Zudock

Now through October 8th Main Commons, Wed/Thu/Fri, Lunch Time 9 th Grade Commons, Mon/Tue, Lunch Time Saturday, September 20 from 11 – 3 in the Mum Shoppe, portable building T10B Look for order forms and more information on the Band Boosters’ website: Where do I buy mums? Homecoming Mums Band Booster Representative: Stacey Zudock

A minimum $25 deposit is required on your mum/garter or you can pay in full Cash or Check Checks should be written to SLHS Band Boosters How do I pick up my mum? Someone from the Mum Shoppe will call you when it is complete to give you directions How do I pay? Homecoming Mums Band Booster Representative: Stacey Zudock

Homecoming Overalls Homecoming Overalls Amy Schuelke

Homecoming Overalls Amy Schuelke Overalls Overalls are a tradition for girls to help hold the heavy mum Many girls have their overalls decorated in Spartan colors and symbols Girls wear the overalls and mums to school on Homecoming Friday and to the Homecoming game

Homecoming Parade & Pep Rally Monday October 13 th, 6:00 p.m.

Homecoming Parade & Pep Rally Monday, October 13, 6:00 p.m. Have your student check with his/her club(s)/groups about decorating a float Floats and groups line up on Gaston Road at Fry Road Parade travels down Fry Road and ends along Spartan Way (behind the school) Homecoming Pep Rally begins immediately after the parade at the SLHS football field

Homecoming Game

Homecoming Game Friday, October 17 th, 7:00 p.m. Be sure to buy your tickets early (during lunch periods the week of the game) Guys wear their garters, girls wear their mums and overalls (to school and the game) Homecoming King and Queen are announced during half-time

Homecoming Dance

Homecoming Dance Saturday, October 18 th, 2014 The Homecoming Dance is the main fundraiser for the SLHS Student Council Theme: “Masquerade” (mask is optional) Time: 8:00 – 11:00 p.m. No one admitted after 9:45 p.m. Tickets will be sold in advance beginning with seniors. Ticket prices are $15 for a single and $25.00 for couples Tickets go on sale the week of October 10th Refreshments will be provided for free

Homecoming Dance Saturday, October 18 th, 2014 Dates from other high schools are okay All students must have a current student ID to gain entry College-aged dates must be under 21 and will be asked to show ID to gain entry NO DATES FROM JUNIOR HIGH! If you would like to volunteer to work at the dance, contact Glee Fossier, VIPS Coordinator, your Grade Volunteer Coordinator, or your class sponsor.

Homecoming Dance Saturday, October 18 th, 2014 Picture information will be made available to students a week before the dance Payment must be made to the photographer. Bring enough cash or a check to pay for the picture package you want Pictures will be delivered to the student who ordered the pictures during lunch after the dance

Homecoming Dance Saturday, October 18 th, 2014 Dress Code—Semi Formal For guys Sports coat or suit recommended Must wear a tie No jeans or shorts No Tennis Shoes For girls No bare midriffs or cutouts, spaghetti straps or strapless is OK Backs may not be lower than the waist Skirts and slits must not be higher than mid-thigh No ribbon or lacing exposing bare skin on sides or front Dresses can be any length but no shorter than mid thigh

2014 Fashion Show 2014 Fashion Show Special Thanks to our models – Nikki Wood Maggie Zudock Vanessa Torres Olivia Jung Ryan Galliger Angelo Cioffi

Hair and Make Up Special Thanks to … Eddie from Studio Grand Parkway, Suite 300 Katy,

Homecoming Tips and Information

Homecoming Tips DATE OR GROUP? Students DO NOT have to have a date to go to the dance Even students who have a date can go with a group Most groups are mixed with some students who have dates and some who do not Parents of those in the group can meet to determine dinner plans, transportation and after party plans Be sure to share phone numbers Most parents feel more comfortable when they meet their child’s friends’ parents

Homecoming Tips Dinner Tips Host a catered dinner for your child’s group Have everyone contribute money Have everyone bring a dish for the dinner Make reservations at a restaurant for your child’s friends Make them early—there are lots of groups out there! Pre-order meals if possible See if there is a set “Homecoming Menu” at the restaurant of choice

Homecoming Tips Photo Tips Be sure to get some casual shots of your child and their friends before they go to dinner Have all parents and kids meet at a scenic spot to take pictures Be sure to share with the other parents Suggest the kids take their formal portraits right when they arrive to avoid long lines

Homecoming Tips After Party Tips Not everyone will want to have an after party Ideas Swimming party Game party Times Square (call ahead to reserve space!) Just hanging out, talking or watching movies Make sure you have snacks for hungry teens Make sure your child’s after party is chaperoned by a parent

Homecoming Tips If your child does have a date, the guys pay for Girl’s mum Football tickets Dance tickets Corsage Dinner before the dance Half cost of the after party The guy should arrange transportation, make reservations, etc. (unless the girl decides to take that over!)

Homecoming Tips If your child does have a date, the girls pay for Guy’s garter Boutonniere Pictures for both guy and girl Half cost of the after party The girls like to be pampered – so cost for girls may include nails, hair and make up.

Homecoming Tips The best things you can take home from this evening: Relax! Enjoy this unique experience! Keep your sense of humor! Show your Spartan pride!

Macys – multiple locations Dillards – multiple locations Nordstroms – Galleria or Woodlands mall Windsor – Katy Mills mall Silver Hanger – 5 th street in Katy WD Prom Formal Gallery Hwy 6 South Bridal Stores Great Dresses

Simple Rules for Dating My Son/Daughter A simple rule for dating my son: I know how today’s ‘fashionable’ young woman likes to dress. When my son brings you home to meet us, if there are parts of your clothes that allow parts of your anatomy to show, we will take care of it before you leave. I have an extensive supply of duct tape and super glue. You see, I can’t take the chance of an accident happening when my son’s eyes pop out - he will need them both for medical school. A simple rule for dating my daughter: If you pull into my driveway and honk, you’d better be delivering a package, because you’re sure as heck not picking anything up!

Special Thank You … Studio 99 – 406 Grand Parkway S, Suite 300, Katy RR Nails – 2850 FM 1463, Katy Debbie Hagan – Music for the fashion show & Computer Wiz Amy Schuelke – Overall Designer Debbie Hillstrom – Dracula Tickets Carter Vann – MC with Studio VII & Comedy Sportz Stacey Zudock & Band Booster Club Maggie Smith – VP Programs

Have a GREAT 2014 Homecoming Have a GREAT 2014 Homecoming Please continue browsing the Mum Shoppe, overalls, hair and makeup information.