It’s only the third week of school and we’ve already seen our first football game of the year as well as the first rally! Pitman rallies are almost notorious among the student body. Hearing the talk preceding the rally, one could hear little confidence in response of what was in store. But at the end of the day, teachers and students alike both spoke of the success of the rally and how it was “the best one Pitman has ever had.”
Student government participants arrived at the Pitman gym at 6:00 in the morning in order to prepare for the day. Signs were posted, the speakers were set up, and a massive balloon arch was constructed. The theme of the rally was simple, but powerful: Pitman Spirit. Green and silver colors adorned the gym and the student government had but one goal for the rally—excites the student body for the football game that night.
Classes were let out, and over 2,000 students flocked to the gym to be seated in their appropriate places according to their class. Once the mass was seated and the MC for the event—ASB President Lucas Giron—was introduced, the band and drum line showed their own spirit. After this, the cheerleaders performed their dance and Pitman’s very own mascot made an appearance. A competition ensued in which all fall sport’s captains competed for the “Most Spirited” award.
Drama then presented a parody of the school dress codes, exemplifying rules such as what not to wear, and provided a humorous guide to the school dress code. The highlight of the rally was the teacher vs. student game. It was the lower classmen, upper classmen, and some of Pitman’s most beloved teachers, all competing for a sparkling trophy adorned with a plunger. Teams of five were made and each individual had a specific job in the relay. These included using a skateboard and a plunger to travel across the gym, pulling someone in a sleeping bag, and running across to the finish line. The victorious winners were the underclassmen, with teachers in close second.
The rally was followed by a spirited football game, and it is fair to say that the rally—and the day—were successful!