Glen Cove Homecoming Celebration is a “Knight to Remember”

GLEN COVE, NEW YORK (OCTOBER 2022) — A warm Autumn sun and clear blue sky provided the perfect backdrop for the Glen Cove School District’s annual homecoming celebration on October 15. Throughout the week, students and staff members across the district displayed their school spirit for “Spirit Week,” followed by a joyous pep rally at Glen Cove High School on Friday. The festivities culminated in a parade and carnival on Saturday before the Glen Cove Knights faced off against the Manhasset Indians.

“The entire community showed its support and pride at a joyous homecoming on a beautiful day. It was great to see everyone’s smiling faces throughout the day and to see such a showing of support from our students during the football game,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Maria Rianna.

Students wore their pride on their sleeve during Spirit Week with themes like “Bow-Tie Tuesday,” “Pajama Day” and “Dress to Impress Day.” Friday was a showing of school spirit during a pep rally with games and activities for all students. The high school football team also made a guest appearance at all four elementary schools ahead of Saturday’s game, high-fiving students as they walked through the halls in their jerseys.

Students, staff members, alumni and Glen Cove residents showed their community pride during a parade on Saturday that kicked off at Gribbin Elementary School. Superintendent Dr. Maria Rianna, Board of Education trustees Angela Raimo and Meghan Lavine, and GCHS Principal Allen Hudson led the parade.

School Principals, students, faculty, and PTA members marched in the parade with their own handcrafted banners decorated to the theme, “A Knight to Remember.” The parade led to a carnival at Glen Cove High School hosted by its PTSA. Guests were invited to play games, win prizes and enjoy rides, festive snacks and face painting.

Students wore all black to the game to match the theme and create a sea of Glen Cove pride in the audience. Halftime was also a celebration with performances from the high school’s drumline, marching band, cheerleading team and kickline.

For more information about the Glen Cove City School District, please visit the District’s website at www.glencoveschools.org. Happenings in the District can also be followed on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/glencovecityschools.