Fall has been a busy season at Northbridge High School, where students have been showing off their school spirit, celebrating the people who have made a difference in their lives, and raising money through student-led activities.

Homecoming week brought a little extra excitement to the halls as the Student Council executive board organized a spirit week with themed dress-up days. After a day off on Monday, students returned Tuesday for class color day, followed by soccer mom versus football dad day on Wednesday, twin day on Thursday, and Rams pride day on Friday.

Homecoming on Oct. 17 was also an opportunity to recognize the teachers and school employees who have helped Northbridge student-athletes along the way.

Through the school’s IMPACT program, each athlete chooses a Northbridge Public Schools employee or educator who has inspired them, supported them, challenged them or helped shape the person they are today. The recognition is a way for students to thank the people who have gone above and beyond for them, both in and out of the classroom.

The program celebrates the connections students build with the adults in their school community and the lasting difference those relationships can make.

The Unified Basketball Team also had a fantastic game vs. the Bartlett/Oxford team on Oct. 21! The thrilling game ended in a neck-and-neck 54-54 tie!

Halloween brought another round of festivities to Northbridge High School on Oct. 21, when the Student Council hosted its annual Halloween Fest.

Student Council members helped bring the event to life by setting up tables and games throughout the hallways for children to enjoy. Costumes added to the fun, as attendees arrived dressed for the occasion. The event was especially rewarding for the student organizers, who raised more than $1,000, making it one of the group’s most successful Halloween Fests yet.

There is still another opportunity for the school community to get involved this fall. Northbridge High School will host a blood drive on Nov. 16 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the field house. Community members who are eligible to donate can participate, and 16-year-old donors must have permission from a parent or guardian.

Between homecoming traditions, student-organized celebrations, and opportunities to give back, Northbridge High School students have found plenty of ways to make the fall season memorable while celebrating the people and connections that make their school community special.

Some information for this story was drawn from The Ram Report, Northbridge High School’s student publication.