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Country vs. Rock N’ Roll

October 26, 2017

By Noelle Saenz

To kick off the third day of homecoming spirit week, seniors Mirabella Miranda and Victoria Shirley both wore their favorite country attire to fit the theme of country vs. rock and roll. Students dress up as either a country singer or rock star.

“I already had a flannel and cowboy boots,” Miranda said. “I didn’t have to buy anything for my outfit so that was nice.”

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