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Flag football team cheers at the HoCo Parade
Homecoming parade with students in sports uniforms and younger students cheering them on
Students perform a play in the evening, dressed as minions and ninja bunnies
Students perform a play in front of their peers
Alumni hold a banner at the HoCo Parade
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Student Life » Homecoming

Homecoming

Homecoming 2026

 
A group of smiling students sits around a table covered in colorful rubber band bracelets under a large red Meridian canopy.

Founders Day Celebration kicks off Homecoming week

Saturday, October 17 from 4-7 p.m.

Founders Day celebrates our school roots and our staff and families that make our community what it is. We will have hands-on activities, music, food, and games. See details! 

 

Secondary  student groups: sign up today to  host an activity booth  at Founders Day.

 

 

Homecoming Week Dress Days (Grades 6-12)

October 19-23

A weekly clothing planner displaying five distinct outfits, each paired with a day of the week from Monday to Friday.

Monday: Adam Sandler Day

Baggy clothes, big energy! Bring out your inner Sandler with the ultimate relaxed fit—think oversized tees, giant basketball shorts, and cozy vibes. Drip so wide there's nowhere to hide, so grab your comfiest gear and channel effortless main character energy in the hallways.

Tuesday: Twin Tuesday

Seeing double, causing trouble! Grab your besties, match your crew, and see how many people you can sync up with. It’s all about Copy, Paste, Match the Pace—so use Ctrl+C and Ctrl+V to multiply your squad and turn the halls into a total mirror image.

Wednesday: Camo Day

Now you see us, now you don't! Go stealth mode and blend into your surroundings by rocking full camouflage, military prints, and army green. Fade into the scene to stand out, and let’s see if anyone can actually spot you between classes.

Thursday: Throwback 2016 (Neon Glow)

Light up the school and travel back to peak 2016! Throw on your most blinding neon shirts, vibrant flower crowns, and vintage festival gear to celebrate the unforgettable era of musical trends and radiant vibes. Break out the brightest gear you own and turn the hallways into an absolute glow show.

Friday: Homecoming Spirit Wear - Red Out (6th–11th Grade) & Black Out (Seniors)

Loud, proud, and standing out in the crowd! Wrap up the week by getting decked in pride and showing off your ultimate school spirit. Grades 6 through 11, it is time to paint the stands red. Seniors, own the night and bring the energy in all black. Break out your assigned colors, bring the thunder, and unleash maximum hype as we gear up for game day together.

 

Homecoming Week Schedule
Tuesday, October 20
  • Homecoming Olympics (Grades 6-12) during Lions Lab/Advisory
  • Student representatives from each grade get to face off in a friendly Meridian Olympics featuring games like Hungry Hungry Hippo, Jenga Color Blocks Matching, Paper Airplane Competition, and Relay Races. 
  • There will be additional opportunities to earn points throughout the week. The winning grade earns a sweet treat and a free dress day!
 
Wednesday, October 21
  • Adults vs. Varsity Volleyball Student Athletes - Volleyball Games
  • 6:00 PM - Boys Varsity vs. Adults
    6:30  PM - Girls Varsity and Girls JV join forces against the Adults
  • All adults in the Meridian community are invited to sign up to play!
 
Thursday, October 22 at 6 p.m. (new time!)
  • Third annual Homecoming Parade (Grades K-12) - Secondary student groups: sign up today to walk in the parade.
  • All secondary students are also invited to walk together in the parade. Grades can earn points for having the most from their grade level at the parade as a part of the Olympics points system. 
  • Enjoy a Shake Shack Spirit Night after the parade
Students march and dance in the Homecoming Parade
Friday, October 23
  • Secondary Pep Rally (Grades 6-12)
  • Girls Varsity Homecoming Volleyball Game 5:30 p.m.
  • Boys Varsity Homecoming Volleyball Game 7:00 p.m.
A poster for a school homecoming dance with a La La Land theme, featuring two dancers and event details. 
Saturday, October 24
  • High School (Grades 9-12) Semi-Formal Homecoming Dance
  • Theme: LaLa Land
  • Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door.
  • Get your tickets soon on MySchoolBucks!