Wow! What an awesome homecoming week! While I couldn’t find a clear answer, my research led me to discover that three universities, Baylor, Illinois, and Missouri all stake a claim to have celebrated the first homecoming in the 1909-1911 time frame. Homecoming festivities are centered around traditions and this year’s Wildcat Homecoming added a new tradition to the mix, a scavenger hunt on Wednesday to add to the parade, powder puff, tailgate lunch (thank you Mitchell County Cattlemen for grilling), Friday night’s game and the dance on Saturday. I hope all the students had a great week and lots of fun. Good luck to the football team Friday night and the volleyball team on Saturday. Have a fun and safe weekend. Remember to make good choices.

Thanks again to all those who headed this up and were such positive role models for this group! I see awesome encouraging words coming from these students while playing on their own and their love of the game is even bigger.

Mr. Conway served as a guest speaker for the Conservation class on Tuesday, October 4. He discussed several topics related to fly fishing including: local fly fishing locations, the feeding habits of trout, tackle options, and more. As for the art of casting with a fly rod, Mr. Conway shared his knowledge and he also allowed the students to give casting a try. It was an honor having a Riceville staff member share their love for an outdoor sport with other Wildcats.

Soon students will be bringing home new books for their home libraries!!!