Click.
Click-click-click.
As the camera flashes relentlessly went off, we wondered for a moment if these
photographers were paparazzi or our parents. Realizing the latter was true, we
complained about the excess of pictures and longed to finally begin our night.
This year, Gala, held on a beautiful
Saturday evening, took place at the Makoy Center in Hilliard. Planned by
student council as well as Mr. Roads and Mrs. Raikes, the annual junior-senior
formal event was very well-attended by both classes. The Oscar-themed night
(dubbed the Worthington Christian Awards, or WCA’s) was complete with a red
carpet, fancy decor, and entertaining videos produced by WCHS alum, Aaron Long.
In addition, after students voted for their peers in categories ranging from
“Class Clown” to “Healthiest” to “Best Laugh,” winners were announced at Gala
by host Mr. Roads and presented with keepsake trophies. The night featured an
Italian buffet, including salad and rolls, and a beverage bar, as well as
chocolate cake for dessert.
This year, student council stepped
up more than ever before to plan this event, from making phone calls to
tallying up ballots to visiting the Makoy Center itself. All in all, Gala was
met with positive feedback and enthusiastic evaluations. “It was super cool to
see all our hard work come together,” student council member Camila Quiñones
remarks. Donyell Miller adds, “Mr. Roads and Aaron did a really good job with
the videos and editing them.” Indeed, Mr. Roads and Aaron’s work was much
appreciated as their entertainment and videos received plenty of laughter and
enjoyment. “I thought it ran really smoothly,” Mr. Roads concludes. “All the
different pieces came together really well.”
Whether students won specific awards
or not, it would hardly be an exaggeration to say that everyone had fun at Gala
as they enjoyed food and fellowship with their classmates and friends. The
venue was beautifully decorated, the weather was gorgeous, and everyone looked
fit to attend the actual Oscars. What an eventful and memorable way to end the
2012-2013 school year!
by Joy Cho
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