October 3, 2025/
Sophomore Homecoming Attendents
Gyllyane Gilbert & Jett Self
Gyllyane is the daughter of Caryn Gilbert & Nick Gilbert;
Jett is the son of Tawnya & Steve Self
Claire Kusterman & Weston Hupp
Claire is the daughter of Sarah & Ryan Kusterman;
Weston is the son of Natasha & Jared Hupp
Madelynn Norton & Owen Hanley
Madelynn is the daughter of Melinda & Garry Norton;
Owen is the son of Brittney & Daniel Hanley
Kyla Worby & Landon Justice
Kyla is the daughter of Tracy & Dave Worby;
Landon is the son of Shannon & Aaron Justice
—photo by Terri Cox | Staff Reporter & Photographer
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