Aidan Afonso, Sean Finerty (not pictured) Andrew Gonzalez, Jonathan Gustafson, Jesus Ramos Emma Aculado, Olivia Harbison, Jillian Hoffstadt, Lindsay Nootbaar, Sophia Riportella (not pictured)
For many years, Mundelein High School held a Turnabout Dance in February or March. Based on student feedback and low student attendance at Turnabout, the Student Leadership organization decided that a change was needed.
“We found the traditional Turnabout structure discouraged students from attending unless they had a date,” said Patrick Gaughan, advisor. “We want our events to be inclusive and welcoming to all students,” he explained.
Winter Fest will take place Saturday, March 16 from 7 to 10 p.m. in a variety of locations.
The main focus will still be dancing. In addition there will be a separate dance floor in the media center where students will wear headphones. They will be able to change the color on their headphones to change the station. In the art rooms there will be a chalkboard room where students can write messages and create art for photo-ops. In another area students can take a break from dancing to play “old school” video games as well as oversized Jenga, Chess, Connect 4 and Checkers. In the gym students can challenge their friends to a round on the Eliminator. Other areas will include a Selfie Station, Photo Booth and a T-shirt signing station.
“We had a chance to bring a couple student leaders to Glenbard East High School’s Winter Fest last weekend,” Gaughan said. “The dance was a great experience because it allowed for a variety of activities and opportunities for students to have fun.”
To gear up for the event Student Leadership selected several staff members to wear Winter Fest shirts and help spread the word. On Tuesday, Feb. 26, a DJ will be in the cafeteria to give students a sample of what to expect at Winter Fest. Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, Feb. 27.