Commission prepares for upcoming annual Spring Fling

To follow up last year’s successful Spring Fling week, the Spring Fling commission has been diligently preparing for the annual event that will last from March 25-29.

This year’s commission, chosen after applying and being interviewed individually, consists of seniors Kate Belotti, Joanne Sturge and Mary Johnson, juniors Lauren Lin and Julia Lee and sophomore Reilly Bowker. 

The group has already met several times to discuss the week’s festivities, beginning with selecting a theme for the dance, picking spirit days and organizing lunchtime activities.

While the theme has yet to be disclosed as of late February, the commission is looking to bring something unfamiliar and unique to the table this year.

“The theme of the dance and the spirit days are things that our school hasn’t seen before,” Sturge said. “So hopefully things will feel new and different, and people can get excited about that.”

Although last year’s Spring Fling week was considered a success, the commissioners are still hoping to see a larger number of participants this year.

“We hope to see a lot of people dressing up,” Lee said. “I don't think many did last year so that's a goal of ours, for people to be pumped for the week.”

One of the most anticipated activities of Spring Fling week is Powderpuff, where girls get the chance to be aggressive on the field and guys have an opportunity to show off their cheerleading skills.

“Powderpuff is a great way for people to participate and show their class pride, whether they are actively taking part or just watching,” Lin said. “I personally love watching the guys cheerlead, I'm always impressed with how quickly they pick up stunts.”

Another popular event of the week is the Sadies dance, which allows girls to take initiative and ask guys to accompany them, instead of the traditional guys-ask-girls custom.

“Sadies is the last school-wide dance of the year, so it's just an enjoyable night for everyone,” Lin said. 

With Spring Fling week, students are able to temporarily forget about stressful school-work for a week filled with memorable festivities that allow each class to blend together as a whole.

“Along with Homecoming, I think it’s a great way to bring grades together to work towards a common goal,” Sturge said. “It unites people who wouldn’t necessarily run paths any other way.”