Silver High student council lays out homecoming plans; Kiwanis and schools present students of the month

Student leaders from Silver High School told the Silver Consolidated Board of Education on Sept. 15 they plan an Old Hollywood‑themed homecoming, multiple student‑section themes to boost support for teams, and fall service drives tied to a new house system. Student council president Brock Anderson Amaro and vice president Chidim Wachukwu presented spirit‑week themes, homecoming logistics and student‑section schedules. Highlights include a powder‑puff game and halftime performances, homecoming dance (Sept. 20, 7–11 p.m., tickets: couples $15, individuals $10), and game‑day themes such as “Girls Back in Blue,” “Neon Night” and a Y2K throwback for the Sept. 26 game. The council also described a new house system tied to fall and spring service projects. Planned fall work includes a coin drive for Gila Bridal Rescue, a hoodie drive and partnerships across house groups for a Halloween carnival and Christmas hall competition. Student council members said they are coordinating student sections for multiple sports, with the stated goal of increasing attendance, spirit and support for student athletes. Student achievements and recognition: The board also received student‑of‑the‑month recognitions from Kiwanis clubs and from principals. La Plata Middle School seventh graders Lyric Perry and Rowan Bertschak were honored for leadership, kindness and academic effort. Student council presenters reported several National Merit recognitions among juniors and seniors and noted strong starts for fall sports: football (3–0 at time of report), volleyball (4–0 varsity) and girls soccer (6–5, with tournament placings). Cafeteria feedback: Student council members reported a cafeteria survey showing roughly 60 percent of respondents have eaten in the cafeteria since a new food vendor started; orange chicken and spicy chicken sandwich were among the most‑liked items. The council said it will work with food service on drink options and other menu items. Why it matters: Student leadership presentations show local engagement and give the board a direct window into student morale, activity levels and service initiatives; the student of the month recognitions spotlight classroom and school‑level achievement. Next steps: The board acknowledged the presentation and thanked students and staff; no votes or course approvals were taken. Direct quote: Student council president Brock Anderson Amaro said, “We really wanna get our student body involved in Silver High School,” as he described student‑section and spirit plans aimed at boosting game attendance and community connection.