JA Homecoming queen, king candidates introduced
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October 2, 2025

JA Homecoming queen, king candidates introduced

By From JT Staff Reports 

Jonathan Alder High School has announced its 2025 Fall Homecoming Court. The JAHS Homecoming Court is pictured above from left to right: senior Emiy Webb escorted by Myles Guthrie; senior Calla Streit escorted by Mark Goode; senior Emmerson Edwards escorted by Garrett Bauer; sophomore Sydney Bauerle escorted by Grayson Adams; junior Reese Fry escorted by Walker Martini and freshman Lily Kramer escorted by Kaden Rapp. Alder has a series of activities planned for the week leading up to the Friday football game where the Pioneers host Urbana.

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