Homecoming season starts this week

Homecoming season is finally here! And in Texas, that can only mean one thing – it’s time to Mum It Up! Ìý

The once small, fresh chrysanthemums have become the biggest, boldest, most fabulous accessory of the season. Ìý

With ribbon, cowbells, stuffed animalsÌýand even flashing lights, mums are a personalized shout-out to all the things that make homecoming – and high school – unforgettable. Ìý

But where did the tradition come from? Mums became popular in the 1930s when boys would give their homecoming dates chrysanthemum corsages as a token of affection. Fast forward to the 1990s, Texas florists took it to the next level. From adding extra flowers to colorful ribbon to the corsages, the iconic Texas mums have continued to grow bigger and better each year. In fact, at one time our district was home to the world’s largest mum.Ìý

And it’s not just for the girls. Guys can get in on the fun with homecoming garters. Like mini mums, garters are worn on the arm and filled with just as much personality. Ìý

That’s what makes the tradition so special. Every mum tells a story. Whether it’s celebrating your role on the football team, your spot in the marching band, or just showcasing your school colors, mums are all about YOU. Customize them however you want. Bling it out, add your name or keep it simple. There’s no wrong way to do it!Ìý

Traditionally, mums are worn throughout the school day as well as during the homecoming pep rally and football game. You can share them with your friends, family, teachers and of course your homecoming date!Ìý

Each of the district’s traditional high schools will have their homecoming pep rally and football game on the following dates:ÌýÌý

• 9/19 Seguin vs. GrapevineÌýÌýÌý

• 9/20 Bowie vs. Grand PrairieÌýÌý

• 9/27 ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ High vs. South Grand PrairieÌýÌý

• 9/27 Lamar vs. HaltomÌýÌý

• 10/18 Martin vs. HaltomÌý

• 10/25 Sam Houston vs. Grand PrairieÌý

Follow ourÌý,ÌýÌýandÌýX pages to keep up with pictures and videos of some of the most extravagant mums in ¾«¶«Ó°Òµ ISD this year! And be sure to share your pictures and videos with the hashtagsÌý#LetsHOCO, #MumItUp and #¾«¶«Ó°ÒµISD. Happy homecoming!ÌýÌýÌý