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   homecoming

   /ˈhəʊmˌkʌmɪŋ/

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   • 1. an instance of returning home: "she spent most of the day preparing for her husband's homecoming"
   • ▪ a reunion of former students of a university, college, or high school.

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   What does Homecoming really mean?

   • You‘ve likely heard the hype around homecoming in movies, TV shows and reminiscing conversations between alumni. But what does this iconic high school celebration actually involve? In short, homecoming is an annual fall tradition that rallies students, staff, graduates and the community around school spirit leading up to the big football game.

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   Is Homecoming a tradition?

   • It is a tradition in many high schools, colleges, and churches in the United States and Canada. Homecoming is an annual tradition in the United States. People, towns, high schools and colleges come together, usually in late September or early October, to welcome back former members of the community.

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   What is a homecoming event?

   • All homecoming activities are centered around bringing the community together and celebrating school spirit! For most high schools, homecoming occurs at the beginning of the school year. Here are a few homecoming events that you can expect at most schools:

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   Where did Homecoming come from?

   • The tradition of homecoming has its origin in alumni football games held at colleges and universities since the 19th century. Many schools including Baylor, Illinois, Missouri and Southwestern have claimed that they began homecoming.

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   Why is Homecoming celebrated every year?

   • Homecoming is celebrated every year to show school spirit and support for your school’s athletic teams, with a special shout out to the senior class for their last year of high school! The original idea for homecoming came from the director of athletics at the University of Missouri around 1911.

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   What is the difference between a homecoming and a football game?

   • It is a reunion for alumni to come back and see everyone. Nowadays, it is more utilized by current students. Homecoming refers to a High School (upper level public school. Normally grades 9-12) Football game and afterwards--or the next day-- a dance. The week leading up to the football game sometimes has themed dress up days.

   What is homecoming and why do you celebrate it in US schools?

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › HomecomingHomecoming - Wikipedia

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   Homecoming is the tradition of welcoming back alumni or other former members of an organization to celebrate the organization's existence. It is a tradition in many high schools, colleges, and churches in the United States and Canada.

4. www.seventeen.com › a22093652 › what-is-homecomingHomecoming vs. Prom and Why We Celebrate It - Seventeen

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   May 24, 2023 · It may, quite literally, mean a “coming home” of sorts, an opportunity for your school’s alumni to visit their old stomping grounds and see old friends, teachers, and underclassman. Sometimes,...

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   Homecoming is beginning of the school year, usually the end of september/early october, and involves the whole school. It's usually for one of the first major home football games and the next night (usually) is the dance.

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7. www.historytools.org › school › what-is-homecomingWhat is Homecoming in High School: A Comprehensive Guide

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   Jun 23, 2024 · In short, homecoming is an annual fall tradition that rallies students, staff, graduates and the community around school spirit leading up to the big football game.

8. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › homecomingHomecoming Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1. : a return home. a soldier's homecoming. 2. : the return of a group of people usually on a special occasion to a place formerly frequented or regarded as home. especially : an annual celebration for alumni at a high school, college, or university often used before another noun. a homecoming rally.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › homecomingHOMECOMING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   a person’s arrival home after being away for a long time: We were all eagerly awaiting my brother's homecoming from the war. a celebration at a school or college, usually including a dance and a football game, when people who were students there at an earlier time can return to visit.

10. www.promgirl.com › blogs › homecoming-guideHomecoming History and Traditions - PromGirl

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    Nov 2, 2018 · Learn facts from PromGirl about homecoming history and traditions. Read about what homecoming is, homecoming dance, high school homecoming activities, and college homecoming festivities.