This year, West High celebrated its 2025 Homecoming Court nominees. Students share many experiences leading up to Homecoming, such as spirit week, Powderpuff and the traditional Homecoming football game of the season. Honoring a long-standing tradition, students are recognized by their classmates for embodying the spirit of West High.

The freshmen class nominated one student to the court, the sophomore class nominated two, the junior class, three, and the senior class, four. Based on student votes, one senior nominee is chosen to be the Homecoming Queen. This year, senior Kamori Berry was chosen. Berry was presented with the honorary golden football by principal John McCabe at the pep assembly on Sept. 12.

Freshmen

The first Homecoming Court nominee was freshman Rayonna House. House is involved in Convergence Journalism and enjoys reading and legos. 

“I’m [really] proud that my class voted for me, because I wouldn’t vote for someone who’s like me,” House said. “Parkway West has a lot of school spirit. Usually, high schools don’t have a lot of energy, and I always see mostly everyone enjoying themselves or showing school spirit.”  

Sophomores

Sophomore Sophie Stricker is one of the sophomore nominees for Homecoming Court. A member of Longhorn Line, Stricker brings spirit to West High through dance performances.

“[When I found out I was nominated], I was really excited. I wasn’t expecting it,” Stricker said. “[My favorite part of Homecoming] is dancing at the pep rally, the whole week leading up to [the dance] and the excitement it brings. Being a Longhorn means always taking pride in your school and your character, showing as much school spirit as you can and being a part of the big community we’ve created here.”

Sophomore Callie Marcinkiewicz was also to be nominated to represent her class on the Homecoming Court. A part of the Best Buddies Club, Key Club and Women in Healthcare, Marcinkiewicz is an involved member of West High.

“[When I found out I was nominated], I was a little bit scared because I didn’t really know it was happening, but I was happy that my classmates nominated me,” Marcinkiewicz said. “I get an opportunity to help the school participate [in Homecoming] with other people and have fun while doing it.”

Juniors

Junior Morgan Bricker was nominated to the Homecoming Court by her peers. Bricker is a part of the girls soccer and golf programs.

“All my friends told everyone to nominate me. I feel that [being on court is] representing the school and radiating positive energy at the dance and the football game,” Bricker said.

The second junior nominee is Nia Rilpuou. Rilpuou participated in Powderpuff throughout Homecoming Week.

“I was really shocked because I was on [the court] last year, and I didn’t think I was going to [be nominated] again this year,” Rilpuou said. “Being a Longhorn means that you’re kind, cooperative and friendly, because I think those words represent the West High spirit.” 

Junior Zowie Hrabak was also on the court. Hrabak is a varsity cheerleader and showcased her spirit with her team at the pep assembly.

“I like the community that [Homecoming] brings with all the spirit days and pep assembly. I really enjoy all the fun activities that go on, especially Powderpuff,” Hrabak said. “Being a Longhorn means I have to stay motivated to work hard and overall be a good person in the community.”  

Seniors

Senior Macy Ford was one of the senior nominees for the Homecoming Court. After moving to a new school and area last year, Ford was surprised to be recognized by her peers.

“I was really excited to be on [Homecoming Court] because I moved here, and I hadn’t made a lot of friends. Being on court meant people were recognizing who I was, and I was building meaningful connections with the people I was talking to at school,” Ford said.

The second senior to be nominated is senior Hannah Jacquin. Jacquin was nominated in the previous years.

“I was so excited to be nominated. This is my second year in a row, and last year we didn’t have a parade, so I was excited for a redemption round. I was very surprised and thought it was going to be one of the people I had voted for,” Jacquin said. “I have a great connection with my class, and I am excited to have a lot of good people around me. What I like most about Homecoming Week is how the community comes together for so many different events. To me, being a Longhorn is being positive and having good energy.”

 As the third nominee for her class, senior Logan Scissors is one of the varsity field hockey captains and often showcases leadership and sportsmanship.

“Even though it’s a lot of stress, [Homecoming] brings everyone together to celebrate our school. There’s a lot of people in my class that set the example of someone who could be on Homecoming Court,” Scissors said.

Finally, Berry got a second chance to be a member of the Homecoming Court. She was also a nominee last year. Serving as the student body president, Berry is part of the Homecoming planning committee.

“[Being on Homecoming Court is] an honor because your whole grade votes for you. [It’s like] they’re saying, ‘Hey, we want you to represent us,’” Berry said.