Homecoming Week culminates with Jan. 20 basketball games

Support fellow Tigers by joining us for remaining Homecoming festivities.

Friday, January 20
- USN Spirit Day: Take your school spirit to the next level by putting on all your Columbia blue and garnet garb.
- 2 p.m. Pep Rally in Sperling Gym (for students, faculty, and staff only)
- 4:30 p.m. Junior Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Grace Christian Academy in Sperling Gym
- 5 to 7 p.m. Habitat Spaghetti Supper in Sperling Cafeteria (families welcome)
- 6 p.m. Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Grace Christian Academy in Sperling Gym
- 7:30 p.m. Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Grace Christian Academy in Sperling Gym
- 8 p.m. HS Ice Hockey vs. Tennessee Outlaws at Centennial Sportsplex
By Justin Karpinos, HS Dean of Student Life

Look for takeovers on the student-run Tiger Pride Instagram account throughout the week and get ready to show your school pride by playing Tiger Bingo as well.

Homecoming shirts are available for preorder now through Friday, January 13. After completing the form, please keep an eye on your inbox for an email with the payment link following the January 13 order deadline. 

Monday, January 16
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day, No School
Tuesday, January 17
  • Pajama Day: Roll out of bed and head straight to class, no need for a wardrobe change. Footed pajamas, onesies, and all things comfy and cozy are encouraged. 
Wednesday, January 18
  • Color Day: Dress in your monochromatic best, wear your favorite color, or wear as many colors as possible.
Thursday, January 19
  • Jersey Day: Rep your favorite team or show off the jersey for the sport you play.
Friday, January 20
  • USN Spirit Day: Take your school spirit to the next level by putting on all your Columbia blue and garnet garb.
  • 2 p.m. Pep Rally in Sperling Gym (for students, faculty, and staff only)
  • 4:30 p.m. Junior Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Grace Christian Academy in Sperling Gym
  • 5 to 7 p.m. Habitat Spaghetti Supper in Sperling Cafeteria (families welcome)
  • 6 p.m. Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Grace Christian Academy in Sperling Gym
  • 7:30 p.m. Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Grace Christian Academy in Sperling Gym
  • 8 p.m. HS Ice Hockey vs. Tennessee Outlaws at Centennial Sportsplex
Lower School students attending Homecoming festivities after school hours must be accompanied by an adult and remain with that adult during dinner and games. The outdoor playground is closed during Homecoming basketball games. We encourage all students and families who attend the Homecoming basketball games to be mindful of our student-athletes and avoid going on the court during game play. 

Saturday, January 21
  • 7:30 to 10 p.m. High School Homecoming Dance in Durnan Auditorium: The theme is Met Gala. Tickets are $10 at the door. Students who help with setup will be admitted at no cost; contact Sam Lustig '23, Daniel Stark '23, or Kari Belle King '24 if you're interested. 
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  • Mountain Bike Team Takes on “Electric" State Champs Trails, Dehner Snags Overall Podium Medal

    Steve Smail & MTB Team Coaches
    With trail names like Megawatt, Electric Avenue, High Voltage and Livewire, the mountain bike team knew it was time to pedal out some extra watts for their NICA/TICL State Championships at Raccoon Mountain, and survive the technical trails above Chattanooga full of boulder gardens, rock drops and sandy rubble.
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  • Mountain Bike Team Takes on Winged Deer Trails, HS Makes Podium Appearance

    Steve Smail
    Winged Deer Park and trails in Johnson City hosted our 4th race on Sunday October 11th, and despite a bit of hurricane outwash winds and showers - and reduced team numbers due to fall break and distance from Nashville - our racers utilized all available skills and speed which helped “wing" Sophomore Claire Dehner to a 4th place podium spot, our first podium appearance and medal for the season.
     
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  • HS athletics recaps for September 11-17

    Tiger golfers have officially qualified for the region tournament, and our other teams are not far behind. Volleyball sits near the top of the district, finishing up regular season play next week with Senior Night. Girls soccer continues to hold first place in the district after another 9-0 win, and our cross country runners are chasing after some school records. To round it all out, our mountain bike team traveled to Oakfield to continue to improve on their times for the season. There’s plenty more where that came from- so be sure to come out to the River Campus, Sperling Gym, or out on the road to cheer on our Tigers before their seasons end.
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