28th Annual Purple & Gold Fest coming to Hononegah on Friday

The 28th Annual Purple & Gold Fest takes place Friday August 19th, 2022 at Hononegah Community High School, 307 Salem St, Rockton, IL 61072

The fest kicks into high gear the High School fall sports season. Come out and meet the players, dancers, cheerleaders and coaches.

5:30-6:15 PM        Volleyball (All Levels) in Fieldhouse

6:15-7:00 PM        Soccer (All Levels) on Kelsey Field

7:00 PM                 Students Arrive for Parade Line-up

7:00-7:15 PM        Parade Line-up

7:15 -7:45 PM       Purple and Gold Parade, Staff Introductions, Princess

Hononegah Performance, Band-School Song, National Anthem

7:45-8:00 PM        Cheerleaders (All levels)

8:00-8:15 PM        Varsity Dance & JV Dance

8:15 - 8:45 PM      Freshmen & Sophomore Football

8:45- 9:15 PM      Varsity Football

According to the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) students who participate in co-curricular activities tend higher grade-point averages, better attendance records, lower dropout rates and fewer discipline problems than students generally. Through participation in activity programs, students learn self-discipline, build self-confidence and develop skills to handle competitive situations. These are qualities students need if they are to become responsible adults, productive citizens and skilled professionals.

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