LHS kicked off Homecoming Week on Monday, September 28. The day began with students coming to school dressed in “Night In vs. Night Out” attire.

At 7:00 p.m., coronation was held in the Performing Arts Center. The freshman princess was Samantha VanMaanen, and the prince was Andrew Wieneke. Emma Cowell and Nolan Sneller represented the sophomore class, while the junior royalty was Ingrid Mostad and Saul Hoven.

The senior king candidates were Asher Barron, Matthew Gangestad, Ben Hartquist, Coy Thone, and Jackson VanMaanen. The senior queen candidates were Macie Edstrom, Kassidy Saarloos, Izzy Steensma, Olivia VerSteeg, and Khloe Visker.

During the ceremony, junior choir students Taya Johnson and Maria Olmedo Pena performed a song accompanied by music teacher Kira Degerness. Representatives from the fall sports and activities then gave updates about their respective activities.

After the updates, it was time for the crowning of the 2026 Homecoming King and Queen. This year’s king and queen are Coy Thone and Macie Edstrom.

Following coronation, the juniors and seniors headed to the Classic Gym for the boys’ dodgeball competition. The senior boys quickly took the win. The students then headed outside for the girls’ football game. It was a close and heated game, but the junior girls ultimately won 14–7 in overtime.

Monday was a great way to kick off an exciting Homecoming Week!