Boost school spirit

Dear Editor,
I understand that the administration at the Fort Frances High School is disappointed by the lack of “school spirit.”
As a high school parent and an active participant at many of the events held at the school, I have spent a lot of time talking to the students and parents, and have identified the following as easy ways to increase school spirit:
1. Display all the NorWOSSAA and NWOSSAA banners won by school teams, on the gym wall. I understand that the administration says that the most recent banners can’t be found. Let’s celebrate our athletic achievements.
2. Allow students to attend sports events during school hours. The NorWOSSAA court sport finals will be held at the high school on Friday and students will not be allowed to attend. This event only comes to the school once every three years. Students should be encouraged to cheer for their local teams.
3. Have assemblies in the gym at least once each semester so that the entire student body can attend. Make them fun! Teachers need a venue to share a laugh with the students.
4. Allow a Homecoming Parade. This year’s parade was cancelled due to the highway construction. Opening the gate between J.W. Walker and the high school could have alleviated this concern.
5. Schedule the Homecoming football game and pep rally during third and fourth period so that students may attend. This year’s game was after school.
6. Support the ideas of the student executive council and the athletic association. They are your spark. These students are trying to create enthusiasm but don’t seem to get a lot of support from the administration for their ideas.
High school is supposed to be fun and full of memories. It’s more than just attending classes. If the school administration would loosen its grip a little, the “spirit” that may emerge might surprise them.
Yours sincerely,
Kim Cornell