Having a senior moment. Seniors at Renaissance High School go all out for Family Day, dressing as senior citizens in cozy robes, glasses, and gray wigs to bring the homecoming spirit to life. Replete with canes, walkers, and classic “grandparent” accessories, the seniors entertained the school with their dedication to the theme.
By Chasiti Thomas
Babies, toddlers, adults and senior citizens roamed the halls of Detroit Renaissance High School to get the school into the homecoming spirit starting October 16, 2024.
Students dressed up as different age groups: freshmen as babies, sophomores as toddlers, juniors as adults, and seniors as senior citizens.
“For family day, the seniors always do it best,” said sophomore Shyla Mitchell.
Some seniors fully committed to their grandparent costumes, donning canes, walkers, church clothes, pillow-stuffed gowns, and messy gray wigs. They hobbled around, danced with walkers, handed out candy, and played church music in the halls.
“I love seeing all of the grandmas, toddlers, and pregnant ladies,” said senior Jaida Lipscomb.
During lunch, seniors held a “senior citizen dance party,” where they took to the dance floor, showing off moves from back in the day.
“My favorite part was the music in the lunchroom,” added senior Kelsey Green.
At the end of the day, seniors gathered at the top of the main staircase to “fall” down the stairs in playful celebration.
Though seniors stole the spotlight, juniors participated enthusiastically. “The juniors would come in second place,” Green noted.
Many students resembled their parents, which was a fun highlight for both students and teachers.
“You look just like my dad!” English teacher Christal Wilson told a senior dressed in a sweater vest and bow tie.
While seniors had an easy time dressing as grandparents, juniors had to get creative with their costumes, most choosing specific roles or professions.
“Some people dressed as businesspeople, others as moms or uncles at the barbecue,” said junior Angel Thomas.
Many “adults” were followed by “toddlers” around school. The toddlers wore tutus and onesies, walking the halls with blankets, iPads, and sippy cups.
“I saw a lot of plain pajamas, but not much variety,” added Green.
The freshmen, dressed as babies, also leaned into their roles with pacifiers, blankets, and even baby bottles.
“First place goes to the freshman with the inflatable baby costume. That was hilarious. Second place goes to all the seniors together. Third place goes to any junior in a work uniform,” said senior Carly Sumler.
“I was afraid no one would dress up,” said Drew, a freshman wearing a Winnie the Pooh onesie.
Freshmen were even seen “crying” in the halls and classrooms when things didn’t go their way.
Seeing so many people join in surprised both students and staff. Family Day gives students a chance to have fun with different age roles and let go of social pressure.
“Family Day is fun. It’s great to see everyone dress up. I think it’s the most participated day during Spirit Week every year,” said Sumler.twork of wormholes great turbulent clouds and billions upon billions upon billions upon billions upon billions upon billions upon billions.
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