Islip High School Homecoming 2017 [PHOTOS]

The Islip school community recently celebrated homecoming with a proud parade, highlighted by floats created by each class at the high school.

First came the freshmen with a take on the Magic School Bus, followed by the sophomores’ Willy Wonka-themed float and the juniors’ winning Alice in Wonderland creation.

The seniors and their Clifford the Big Red Dog float claimed the prize for most spirit. A festive carnival followed the parade.

“Islip’s students truly showed spirit for their school and commitment to their community, evident in the creative floats, a well-attended parade and a carnival that welcomed children of all ages,” teacher Ann Gordon said.

In their Suffolk III football contest later in the afternoon, Islip’s valiant varsity Bucs played hard but fell short against Bellport, with a final score of 37-20.

During halftime, the school’s marching band, cheerleaders and kickline put on spectacular shows.

Billy Bowling was named homecoming king and Kassidy Mullins was crowned as homecoming queen, joined at center stage by their fellow homecoming court members Ryan Abravanel, Nicole Arey, Ashley Howell, Kristen Julich, Justin Kerr, Grace Klomp, John Luzzul, Kristopher McDonald, Gia Sciara and Sean Skahan.

“As always this year’s homecoming demonstrated how amazing this community is,” Principal Michael Mosca said. “It was great to see the entire town come together to support their school. Despite the score sheet, our boys played their hearts out for their community and the students came together to support one another. That’s really all you can ask for.”

Check out photos from the event below:

Bucky the Buccaneer helped lead Islip’s homecoming parade.

Islip High School’s junior class won the homecoming float contest with their Alice in Wonderland creation.

Islip High School varsity quarterback Nicholas Barry gets set for a pass during the homecoming football game.

Islip’s 2017 homecoming king and queen, Billy Bowling and Kassidy Mullins.

Islip High School’s marching band put on a spectacular homecoming halftime show.

Photos courtesy of the Islip School District