Homecoming
2025 Homecoming
For Homecoming information please contact Mrs. Desiron sdesiron@wths.net or Ms. Ginter bginter@wths.net or Ms. Swiatko jswiatko@wths.net
Overview
2025 Homecoming Information
Homecoming Parade Application:
- The Homecoming parade will be held Saturday, October 4th at 9 am with staging time at 8 am, lineup will begin at 8:00 am (Gurnee Police Department back parking lot).
- Any WTHS organization/activity/sport or Community Organization interested in participating in the Homecoming Parade will need to fill out an application.
- Click here for the 2025 parade application and submit it by 3:00 pm on Monday, September 22nd. You will receive your line up on Friday, September 26th. Questions can be directed to Ms. Ginter bginter@wths.net or Ms. Swiatko jswiatko@wths.net
Homecoming Dance Information:
- The Homecoming dance will be held at the Almond Campus on Saturday, October 4th from 6:30pm-9:30pm.
- We will have an indoor/outdoor dance.
- There will be a DJ and dancing and many activities including games, interactive activities, TWO photo booths, and more all FREE for your enjoyment. There will be food trucks (at an extra cost). We are welcoming back Dos Amigos, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Kona Ice, and snacks and drinks from the Athletic Boosters. This year we are adding Pizzeria Deville's Wood Fire Pizza Truck!
- Students are able to move freely from one area to another.
- The Homecoming dance is a semi-formal event.
- Any questions regarding the Homecoming dance, please contact Sandy Desiron sdesiron@wths.net or Ms. Ginter bginter@wths.net or Ms. Swiatko jswiatko@wths.net
Homecoming Dance Ticket Sales:
- Only current WTHS students and Approved WTHS graduates will be permitted entry to the dance. No other outside guests are allowed. Students must be in good standing.
- Tickets will be available on Monday, 9/15/25 through Wednesday, 10/1 via the Webstore for $25. Click here for tickets.
- Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Homecoming Dance Alumni Request Form
- Only WTHS Alumni (under the age of 21) are permitted to attend the dance as a guest of a current WTHS student.
- Submit this Alumni Guest Form by Thursday, 9/25/25 for guest approval. You will be notified by Friday, 9/26/25
- Once your guest has been approved you will receive an email with instructions.
Homecoming T-Shirt Sales:
- Homecoming T-shirts will be sold separately from the dance ticket. Shirts will be available to purchase for $10 Friday, 8/29/25 through Friday 9/12/25. Click here to order your 2025 Homecoming t-shirt!
- Pick up your shirt during lunch periods on Wednesday and Thursday, 10/1/25 & 10/2/25 near the cafeteria.
- Homecoming t-shirt sales are closed. A limited number of extra shirts will be available at both campuses on 10/1-10/2 (see above) for $12 cash or check made out to Warren Township High School while supplies last.
Spirit Week:
Monday, 9/29/25 - Friday 10/3/25
Spirit Days: T - Takes Two to Tango (Twin with a friend)
A - Airport Day (comfy clothes you'd wear to travel)
N - Neon Day (dress in neon - the brighter the better)
G - Go Wild (wear animal prints and camo)
O - Only Blue and Gold
Football Games:
- Flag Football: Tuesday, 9/30/25 7:30 pm
- Varsity Football: Friday, 10/3/25 7:30 pm Theme: Rhythms of Rio
- JV Football: Friday, 10/3/25 5:00 pm
Events
Homecoming Week Events!
Spirit Days:
TBA
Football Games:
- Flag Football: Tuesday, 9/20/25 7:30 pm
- Varsity Football: Friday, 10/3/25 7:30 pm Theme: Rhythms of Rio
- JV Football: Friday, 10/3/25 5:00 pm
Saturday October 4th
- Homecoming Parade: Parade will start at 9:00 a.m. in the Gurnee Police Department parking lot and head north on O'Plaine Road. The parade will conclude at the North lot of the O'Plaine Campus.
- Homecoming Dance: The indoor/outdoor dance will be held from 6:30 - 9:30 pm at the Almond Campus. There will be food trucks, dancing, games, a photo booth and more!
Parade
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When: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m
Where: Beginning at Gurnee Police Department parking lot and heading north on O'Plaine Road to the O'Plaine campus. (note: The Homecoming parade route changed a few years ago.)
We hope to see our community out to support our Blue Devils!!!
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- The WTHS Homecoming "Rhythms of Rio" themed parade will start at 9:00 a.m. in the Gurnee Police Department West parking lot and head north on O'Plaine Road. Get ready to bring the vibrant colors and energy of Carnival to our parade!
- The parade will conclude at the North lot of the O'Plaine Campus.
- If you are interested in participating in our parade please fill out the 2025 parade application form. Any WTHS organization/activity/sport or Community Organization interested in participating is invited to apply.
- All applications are due by Monday, 9/22/25.
- You will receive instructions and line up order on Wednesday, 9/24/25.
- The Homecoming parade will be held Saturday, 10/4/25 at 9:00 am with staging beginning at 8:00 am.
Dance
Homecoming Dance Information:
- The Homecoming dance will be held at the Almond Campus on Saturday, October 4th from 6:30pm-9:30pm.
- We will have an indoor/outdoor dance.
- There will be a DJ and dancing and many activities including games, interactive activities, TWO photo booths, and more all FREE for your enjoyment. There will be food trucks (at an extra cost). We are welcoming back Dos Amigos, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Kona Ice, and snacks and drinks from the Athletic Boosters. This year we are adding Pizzaria Deville's Wood Fire Pizza Truck!
- Students are able to move freely from one area to another.
- The Homecoming dance is a semi-formal event.
- Any questions regarding the Homecoming dance, please contact Sandy Desiron (sdesiron@wths.net) or Ms. Ginter bginter@wths.net or Ms. Swiatko jswiatko@wths.net
Homecoming Dance Ticket Sales:
- Only current WTHS students and Approved WTHS graduates will be permitted entry to the dance. No other outside guests are allowed.
- Tickets will be available on Monday, 9/15/25 through Wednesday, 10/1/25 via the Webstore for $25. Click here for tickets.
- Ticket sales are final. No refunds.
Homecoming Dance Alumni Request Form:
- Only WTHS graduates (under the age of 21) are permitted to attend the dance as a guest of a current WTHS student.
- Submit this Alumni Guest Form by Thursday, 9/25/25 for guest approval. You will be notified by Friday, 9/26/25
- Once your guest has been approved you will receive an email with instructions.
T-Shirt HOCO '25
Homecoming T-Shirt Sales:
- Homecoming T-shirts will be sold separately from the dance ticket. Shirts will be available to purchase for $10 Tuesday, 9/2/25 through Friday 9/12/25. Click here to order your 2025 Homecoming t-shirt!
- Pick up your shirt during lunch periods on Wednesday and Thursday, 10/1/25 & 10/2/25 near the cafeteria.
- Homecoming t-shirt sales are closed. A limited number of extra shirts will be available at both campuses on 10/1-10/2 (see above) for $12 cash or check made out to Warren Township High School while supplies last.