GROVETON — The excitement is building as GHS Homecoming 2026 approaches.
The Theme for 2026 Homecoming is ''Vintage Indians.''
Students are busy preparing for a memorable week of school spirit, tradition, and celebration. Young ladies have been selected for the Homecoming Court, and the football and volleyball teams are working hard and giving their all for a successful season.
The Groveton Tribe of Pride is rehearsing and perfecting this year's music and halftime performances, and cheerleaders are creating new cheers and making signs to show their support for our school and athletes.
Classes and school organizations are also hard at work designing and decorating their floats for the Homecoming Parade. Each group is hoping to take home first prize for creativity, decoration, and school spirit.
Homecoming is also a special time for former students, many of whom return to Groveton for ''Big Homecoming.'' It's a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old classmates, reminisce about days gone by, and support the students who are carrying on the traditions of Groveton.
Schedule of events
Friday, Oct. 16
8 a.m.: Meet and Greet-High School (Old Gym)
Registration: Chairman — Betty Kennedy Whittlesey
Refreshments: Cindy Scott and Laura Anderson
Cookbooks will be available for purchase
1 p.m.: Pep Rally, High School Gym
3 p.m.: Biennial Business Meeting-Old Gym
4 pm. Class reunions: Contact Kathleen Cockrell
6:15 p.m.: Crowning of our 2026 Homecoming Queen, Band Sweetheart and Beau
7 p.m.: Groveton Indians vs Normangee Panthers, John W. Reynolds Athletic Complex - Rodney Thomas Memorial Football Field
After game Street Dance, Downtown
Saturday, Oct. 17
8:30 a.m.: Parade Line-up at Football Field parking lot — see Kathleen Cockrell
9:15 a.m.: Parade entry judging (cash prizes for first, second and third places)
10 a.m.: Parade begins; route will be through downtown, 287 West, then right on Crow Street.
11 a.m.: Parade will disburse at the football field via North Kenley Street.
2:30 p.m.: Hall of Fame Reception-Old Gym
Induction of Honorees & Announcement of Parade Winners
5 p.m.: Class reunions 1970-75 at Riata on Main Street, 5-7 p.m.:
Please plan a class reunion. Kathleen can schedule a room for you. You can contact her at the high school at (936) 642-1473. The Riata on Main has also been reserved as a gathering place, so consider that. Planned meetings will be announced on the Groveton Ex-Students on our Facebook page.
For information or to plan a reunion, contact Tim Coker at (936) 635-4903.
