The homecoming dance was a wondrous experience! There were many things to do in order to pass the time such as the following: dancing, singing, taking pictures, eating, hanging with friends, or a combination of the given activities. The person I went to homecoming with didn’t go to Gilbert High School, so I had to sign the green paper that would allow them in. After that process was done, we had to pay at the door. In my opinion, even though it is ten dollars more, paying at the door was more efficient and worth it. We got to spend the maximum amount of time at the dance and had lots of fun doing so. There was an impossible amount of snacks that my friends and I could take without penalty, as well as songs until 10 p.m. to dance to! Even though none of my friends and I danced, we had fun nonetheless. I even got to make some new friends because I was sociable. There were some things that had changed, for the better, from last year’s homecoming.

The things that had changed were pretty major and changed the dance’s vibe by a substantial amount. I saw fewer people worried about the dance, even the freshman! There were tons of different noises coming from the lunch area and the two pits. Everything was decorated with tons of shiny and eye-appealing decorations. The school really outdid itself for this year’s homecoming dance, which is a nice change to see. The school implemented a new rule in which bags were not allowed and identifications were mandatory. These security measures were really nice to see, considering what happened last year.

Alongside the amazing time, I asked several people if they were enjoying themselves, including a mixture of people dancing, not dancing, and taking pictures. Most said yes, while others were iffy in their responses. With this year’s homecoming dance being a huge success, this 2023-24 school year looks like it’s going to be a great one.

That was my personal experience with the homecoming dance. I believe it was better than last year’s, and I am hyped that it was enjoyable for most people who decided to go to the dance. I had a great time with my friends and can’t thank Gilbert High School enough for hosting such an amazing event!