There’s No Place Like Home

Written By: Brigitta Nelson, ’27

Homecoming Week is the “welcome home” for students at Providence Academy. The yellow walls feel warmer with the excitement of dress up days, the pepfest, the football game, and of course, the dance. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the school, making this traditional week extra special. 

“Homecoming Week is all about faith, community, and fun,” said House Captain Mitchell Morett Herbst, ‘27. 

Faith, community, and fun have been the focus in the planning of the 25th Homecoming Week. Herbst and his fellow House Captain, Caroline Dierberger, ‘27, have been working with their peers with dedication and enthusiasm to incorporate these themes into the week’s activities. 

“We want to do a variety of things that everyone loves, like spirit wear, the pepfest and all school Mass,” said Herbst, ‘27. 

The excitement carries from the pepfest to the football game, one of the most anticipated events of the week. Students, families, faculty, and alumni unite to support the Lions and celebrate the Providence community and spirit. 

“The atmosphere of the football game is the best. It’s a great place to be,” said football Captain Liam Sweet, ‘27. 

The atmosphere embodies the community and spirit that Providence upholds, which is why Sweet says it’s a great place to be. The football game is the cherry on top of the exciting week and kickstarts the Saturday dance. 

“The football game is an important part of Homecoming Week because it sets the mood for the fun weekend ahead,” said Henry Willihnganz, ‘27. 

With Providence celebrating its 25th anniversary, this year’s Homecoming carries even more meaning. The traditions that students look forward to each year reflect the faith, community, and fun that has shaped Providence throughout the years. There truly is no place like home.

“Homecoming always makes me thankful for all of my classmates and the great people that make up our school,” said Dierberger.