From Dunking Principal Popwell to Grabbing Grub, Here is Your Fall Festival Recap!

By: Carleigh Crooks

On Wednesday, September 18th, Clubs at Centennial kicked off the Fall Festival bright and early, arranging their purchasable goods and preparing supplies for their club’s activity tables. Each club showcased their unique offerings, drawing students in with colorful decor, interactive activities, or sweet treats.

Cen10’s GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Club sold bracelets and other accessories while Journalism Club sold canvases and boxes for students to paint. The Spanish Club brought some friendly competition to the festival with their limbo challenge, and Student Government hosted a donut eating contest. Meanwhile, in the heart of the courtyard, the Diamond Dance Team captivated the crowd with an energetic performance. The festivities didn’t end there, though!

The much-anticipated Dunk Tank stole the show. Students eagerly lined up to take their shot at dunking Centennial’s staff members—Principal Popwell, Coach T, Dean Ingram, and Mr. Swalwell. Students were able to purchase 3 attempts at throwing a tennis ball at the target to trigger the dunk tank to send staff members splashing into the water below!

Inside the gym, some of our more athletically inclined students showed off their skills in basketball and volleyball games, dunking and digging their way to victory. Meanwhile, outside on the field, students took part in soccer matches while the bounce house towered nearby putting the “Festive” in Fall Festival.

Speaking of the bounce house, the results are in! When asked, students made it clear—teens are definitely not too old for bounce houses. With no hesitation, they jumped and slid alongside their classmates and friends, enjoying every moment without judgement. Now that’s what fun looks like!

The scent of scrumptious food filled the air as six food trucks lined up for students to grab some grub throughout the festival. Students tested their patience in lines for baked goods, soft drinks, and salads to start their morning off on the right foot—a satisfying one, indeed. Classmates seated themselves outside alongside the club activity tables, making sure not to miss out on any of the action, while chowing down on their yummy snacks together.

Students had the chance to request their favorite songs by scanning a QR code provided in the Fall Festival PowerPoint presentation. Hits from artists like Juice WRLD and Travis Scott were requested and played, as well as songs from other popular artists. The music added a chill vibe to the festive atmosphere.

Overall, the Fall Festival was a smashing success, bringing together students, staff, and clubs for a day of food, games, and school spirit. Whether students were enjoying treats, participating in games, or attempting to dunk staff members, everyone left reluctantly, not quite ready for the fun to end.