Morris holds Homecoming Parade, names royalty
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September 28, 2021
Morris holds Homecoming Parade, names royalty
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Morris School held their Homecoming Parade Thursday, with many participants including the 2021 Court. The 2021 Morris Homecoming Court included: Baseball Queen and Escort - Emily Guynes and Mateo Terriquez Cheer Queen and Escort - Jamie Workman and Keegan Burgess Football Queen and Escort - Faith London and Kaynen Powell Band Queen and Escort - Sheraton Snow and Matt Beard Wrestling Queen and Escort - Mercedes Dunn and Jonathan Martinez Basketball Queen and Escort - Kaidence Harjo and Jeremiah Jones Softball Queen and Escort - Te’a Zackery and Ty Long Golf Queen and Escort - Alanae Byars and Trey Wittman Track Queen and Escort - Shelby Grammer and Kyle Richardson Flower Girl - Sophia Mims Crown Bearer - Q Tucker Junior Attendant and Escort - Eden Ramos and Colton Criner Sophomore Attendant and Escort - Emma Duclos and Karsten Powell Freshman Attendant and Escort - Lilli Giddens and Xavier Harjo Mercedes Dunn was named Queen and Mateo Terriquez was named King during the 2021 Homecoming ceremony held Friday evening prior to the Morris Eagles football game..

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