Despite the intense heat of 95 degrees that night, the dance was one of the most memorable yet. From 8 to 10 p.m. students and chaperones enjoyed one of the first social events of the year on the Louisville and Crespi calendar. Following average high school norms of frequent shyness and quiet reluctance, the first thirty minutes was spent in small groups or cliques discussing fabulous outfits, the heat and if anyone would really dance; but by the end of the night all doubts were cleared when freshman and seniors alike were dancing as one big group to a variety of music. 

“It was kind of awkward at first, but dancing with my friends was so much fun and I enjoyed it. I liked the glow sticks!” stated Amiah Escobar ‘28. 

The  music played was a mixture of recent music and the memorable classics from the 2000s and 2010s, from Travis Scott’s “Fein” to “Party in the U.S.A.” by Miley Cyrus. The students formed a big circle to see who had the best dance moves. Even some injured students were influenced such as Crespi sophomore Dylan Love who raised his crutches in the middle of the circle and sang his heart out to many 2000s pop anthems. 

“My favorite part of the welcome dance was singing California Girls with my friends. Honestly this was a really cool and fun event to start the school year off with!” expressed Noelle Levis ‘28.