Sewanhaka High soars with homecoming spirit

Posted Friday, October 10, 2025 12:12 pm

The Sewanhaka Ravens marching band filled the streets with music as they led a lively performance during the homecoming parade.

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Seniors dressed in cowboy costumes joined the Sewanhaka High School Homecoming Parade, bringing extra flair and fun to the celebration.

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Alexa DiCarlo, left, Olivia Jemmott, Luciana Silvagnoli and Kate Locker showed their school pride during Sewanhaka’s spirited homecoming parade.

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Cheerleaders Rose Pierre, left, Shekya Alphouse and Juli Valmont were all smiles as they represented the Sewanhaka Ravens during the parade.

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A colorful float celebrating the Class of 2026 rolled through the parade route, showcasing student creativity and school pride.

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Local officials joined Sewanhaka cheerleaders in a show of support for the Ravens’ homecoming traditions and community spirit.

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Members of the Sewanhaka PTSA participated in the parade, celebrating their ongoing support for students and school programs.

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Homecoming royalty Eve Guardino, left, and Tamia Williams waved to spectators as they rode along the parade route.

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A float decorated in purple and gold celebrated the Sewanhaka Ravens, drawing cheers from students, alumni and neighbors.

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The Sewanhaka marching band paraded down Tulip Avenue, keeping the beat of school spirit alive during the homecoming celebration.

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By Renee DeLorenzo

Sewanhaka High School celebrated its homecoming with an energetic parade on Oct. 4, kicking off the new season with a burst of pride.

The event, hosted at the high school on Tulip Avenue, brought together students, staff, alumni and community members for a morning of school spirit and unity.

The parade featured colorful floats, spirited performances and plenty of purple and gold as participants marched across the campus, cheered on by enthusiastic spectators, and rallied for the Ravens.

Several local officials were in attendance, including Town of Hempstead Supervisor John Ferretti, Nassau County Legislator John Giuffre and Town Councilman Thomas Muscarella, who joined the community in celebrating the Ravens’ homecoming traditions.

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