Syosset High School Homecoming 2017 [PHOTOS]

SYOSSET, NY - Syosset High School recently celebrated homecoming/Spirit Week 2017 in grand fashion, as six days of school spirit and thoughtfulness culminated with a weekend highlighted by a family carnival and a victory on the football field.

The annual Student Government Carnival raised money and awareness for numerous student clubs.

In addition, part of the proceeds raised during the three-day weekend event was donated to hurricane relief efforts.

The week kicked off with the annual student and staff walk-a-thon at the school, which raised funds for the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County.

Students also participated in and helped run the annual Health Fair held in the school gymnasium.

Later in the week, students donned school colors and Syosset wear to show their support for the school community, its athletic teams and student-based organizations.

The week ended with the annual pep rally to cheer the fall athletic teams, which served as the appetizer for Saturday’s varsity football game vs. East Meadow.

On the gridiron, the Syosset Braves built a 27-7 halftime lead on the strength of three Alex Berland touchdown passes and a fumble return by the defense. Alex finished the day with 229 yards passing and four touchdown passes overall.

Thomas Dolciotta, who ran for 46 yards, scored two of the Syosset touchdowns, one on a pass from Alex and another on the ground. The Braves defense held off a second-half East Meadow scoring surge for a 39-28 victory.

The Syosset High School band, cheerleaders and kickline dancers entertained the audience and provided support for the home team throughout the game, with the latter two groups providing special halftime performances.

The Syosset PTSA ran the concession barn, with proceeds benefitting student programs districtwide.

Check out photos from the event below:

Syosset QB Alex Berland threw for 229 yards and three touchdowns

Halftime with the Syosset High School kickline in high gear

The Syosset High School band played throughout the game

The Italian Club was among the many Syosset High School clubs that raised money for student activities and hurricane relief through snack sales

The Student Government Carnival raised money and provided plenty of fun

The Syosset PTSA ran the concession barn at homecoming

Photos courtesy of the Syosset School District