October 12–16, 2026 | Fortuna High School
Homecoming Week is here at Fortuna High, and the Huskies have a packed schedule of activities! From dress-up days and Powderpuff football to Lip Sync, the Homecoming Parade, Friday night football, and Saturday’s dance, there’s plenty happening around campus.
This week’s Husky Howler covers Homecoming events, school announcements, clubs, tutoring, the latest Husky Sports results, and the breakfast and lunch menus.
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Homecoming Week 2026
Fortuna High is celebrating Homecoming Week from October 12–17, with themed dress-up days, class competitions, football, and the Homecoming Dance.
Homecoming Dress-Up Days
- Monday, October 12: Adam Sandler Day – Baggy T-shirts and gym shorts.
- Tuesday, October 13: Toes Out Tuesday – Crazy socks, flip-flops, or Birkenstocks.
- Wednesday, October 14: Denim Dani vs. Camo Cameron – Choose denim or camouflage.
- Thursday, October 15: Class Color Day – Freshmen wear grey, sophomores wear white, juniors wear black, seniors wear blue, and staff wear Husky swag.
- Friday, October 16: Decades Day – Dress from a past decade.
Thursday Night: Powderpuff, Lip Sync & Boys Cheer
Homecoming festivities kick into high gear on Thursday, October 15, with Powderpuff Football at 7:00 PM on Husky Field, featuring the juniors against the seniors.
Following the game, students will compete in the musicals-themed Lip Sync Competition and the Boys Cheer Competition.
Friday: Homecoming Parade & Football
The Homecoming Parade takes place Friday, October 16, beginning at 1:45 PM. The parade starts at L Street and 14th Street and ends at Main Street and 14th Street.
Later that evening, the Fortuna Huskies return to Husky Field for Homecoming Football. JV kicks off at 5:00 PM, followed by Varsity at 7:30 PM. Varsity halftime festivities will include fireworks.
Saturday: Homecoming Dance
The Homecoming Dance takes place Saturday, October 17, from 9:00 PM to midnight in Damon Gym.
Tickets are $10 for singles or $18 for couples and can be purchased in SFO during break or lunch through Friday, October 16.
Students bringing a guest must submit their guest pass application by Thursday, October 15, to Naomi in the front office.
Student News
Pink Wednesdays for Breast Cancer Awareness
Throughout October, Fortuna High students and staff are encouraged to wear pink every Wednesday in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Pink Wednesdays are an opportunity for Huskies to show support and raise awareness together.
Yearbooks Still $69 Through October 30
The 2026–27 Fortuna High Yearbook is available for $69 through October 30. Prices increase after the deadline, so students and families are encouraged to order early.
Visit [FortunaHigh.com/yearbook](https://fortun ahigh.com/yearbook) for ordering information and additional details.
Detention, Minute Recovery & Tutoring
Fortuna High offers detention, minute recovery, and tutoring opportunities throughout the week.
Monday: Lunch detention is with Mr. Richardson in B-2, and after-school detention is with Mr. Orr in CA-8. Lunch tutoring is available with Mr. Stockdale in F-7.
Tuesday: Lunch detention and after-school minute recovery are with Mr. Orr in CA-8. Math tutoring is available at lunch with Mr. Hayes in E-1, while after-school tutoring is available in the Library with Miss Day.
Wednesday: Lunch detention and minute recovery are with Mr. Richardson in B-3, followed by after-school detention with Mr. Orr in CA-8. Math tutoring is available at lunch with Raven in E-1, and after-school tutoring is available with Ms. Dixon in F-6.
Thursday: Lunch and after-school detention are both with Mr. Orr in CA-8.
Friday: Lunch detention is with Mr. Orr in CA-8.
Club News
There are plenty of opportunities for Fortuna High students to get involved in clubs and activities during Homecoming Week.
Monday: Interact Club meets at lunch in AB-3.
Tuesday: Dungeons & Dragons Club meets after school until 5:00 PM in Mr. Rios’s room, AB-3. Students interested in D&D and other role-playing games are welcome. Garden Club also meets after school in the garden between the Metal Shop and F Building, offering opportunities to earn community service hours. BSU holds its regular meetings on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at lunch in B-3.
Thursday: GSA meets at lunch in the Wellness Center, while Travel Squad has a quick meeting during break in D-5. Creeks Club also hosts its weekly recycling cleanup after school, beginning on the senior lawn. The cleanup lasts approximately 30 minutes, and nonmembers are welcome.
Friday: Creeks Club hosts another 30-minute campus cleanup after school, meeting on the senior lawn. Theatre Club holds general meetings on the first and third Fridays of each month, with officer meetings on the second and fourth Fridays.
Husky Sports
Fortuna High teams are heading into Homecoming Week following several strong performances on the field and court.
Girls Soccer Earns Back-to-Back Shutouts
The Fortuna High varsity Girls Soccer team recorded two shutout victories last week, defeating McKinleyville 5–0 on October 6 before earning a 3–0 win over Arcata on October 10.
Boys Soccer Battles McKinleyville and Arcata
Boys Soccer played McKinleyville to a 3–3 tie on October 6 before falling to Arcata in a close 2–1 match on October 10.
Volleyball Celebrates Pink Night Victory
The Fortuna High varsity Girls Volleyball team celebrated Pink Night with a 3–0 sweep over McKinleyville on October 6.
The Huskies returned to the court for Youth Night on October 8, falling 3–0 to Del Norte.
Football Defeats St. Bernard’s
The Fortuna Huskies earned a 28–21 victory over St. Bernard’s on October 8 at Husky Field.
Next up is Homecoming Football on Friday, October 16, with JV beginning at 5:00 PM and Varsity at 7:30 PM.
Husky Eats
Here’s what’s on the menu at Fortuna High for October 12–16.
Breakfast
- Monday: Breakfast Burrito
- Tuesday: Mini Bagel Variety
- Wednesday: Breakfast Pizza
- Thursday: Cinnamon Rolls
- Friday: Sausage and Egg Muffin
Each morning also includes alternatives such as a meat or PB&J sandwich, parfait, and cereal.
Lunch
- Monday: Chicken Sandwich
- Tuesday: Nacho Bar
- Wednesday: Chicken Pot Pie
- Thursday: Orange Chicken
- Friday: Meatball Subs
Lunch also includes vegetables, fruit, milk, and access to the salad bar.
Have a Great Homecoming Week, Huskies!
From class dress-up competitions to Thursday night’s Powderpuff and Lip Sync events, Friday’s parade and football games, and Saturday’s dance, there’s plenty to look forward to at Fortuna High.
Show your class spirit, support your fellow Huskies, and enjoy everything Homecoming Week has to offer.
Go Fortuna High Huskies!
