School traditions have been around for decades. Here at HHS school traditions include the super fans, spirit week and even getting a yearbook. Partaking in traditions can provide a feeling of bringing a community together. This can help to build relationships and support networks, which is particularly important in a school where students come from a variety of different backgrounds according to an expert of NASSP (National Association of Secondary School Principals). It's a milestone in most kids' lives waiting for the week they get to dress up and wait for the big football game or when a person gets a yearbook. 

The super fans represent the student section at games and it provides direction to be the best one can be because students are holding each other accountable for their actions at school events. Student sections provide an opportunity for friends to come together. “Having superfans and a big student section is so important because it shows the team that they have classmates who want to support and encourage them while they also get to dress up with their friends during a game” said superfan Ava Snip. Homecoming week is another school tradition. Events typically involve a week-long celebration that includes dress-up days, a pep rally, a parade, a football game, and a dance. Homecoming is a way for students to build school spirit and bring together students, alumni, and the community. The whole process is a lot more than what it might seem like from picking the theme, budgeting, and planning out all the pre-week activities.  “ Student council members work really hard to make it a memorable time. It's not always easy coordinating such a big event with a school of over 1,400 students,” said sophomore Olivia Raj. Traditions also offer context and space for meaningful reflection according to Jim Paterson, an expert on child development.