As the Cupid’s Carnival approaches, students are getting excited for games, decorations, and performances. While many only see the fun on Friday, weeks of planning and leadership go on behind the scenes. SGA President Kiki and Vice President Taylor shared insight into the hard work that makes the event possible:
What is your name and what grade are you in?
“My name is Kiki, and I’m in 12th grade.”
As SGA President, what has been your main responsibility in organizing the Cupid Carnival?
“SGA is split into different groups to handle different parts of the Cupid Carnival, and I’m responsible for making sure every group is completing their tasks efficiently and helping wherever it’s needed.”
How long have you and your team been preparing for this event?
“We’ve been preparing since we came back from winter break.”
What has been the most challenging part of planning a school-wide event like this?
“The most challenging part is keeping tabs on everyone. If I’m not constantly reminding people, things won’t get done — or I end up having to do it myself.”
How do you make sure everything runs smoothly and that your team stays organized during planning?
“My secretary, Stacy, my vice president, Taylor, and our sponsor, Coach Ross, keep me very organized. We use things like a calendar, daily agendas, and Google Forms to make sure everything runs smoothly.”
What makes this year’s Cupid Carnival different from last year?
“This year’s Cupid Carnival has a lot more games, bigger decorations that are handmade by our members, and even a performance from the K-pop team.”
What is your name and what grade are you in?
“Hi, I’m Taylor Hilleman, the SGA Vice President. I’m in 11th grade.”
What is your specific role in planning the Cupid Carnival?
“Every year the students in SGA get assigned to a group to be in charge of a specific carnival game. This year I was in a group with Yeli Rivera, Novensky Mildort, and Pedro Linan. Our job was to buy the materials for our game (or bring items we already had at home) and build the game. We were in charge of the heart ring toss game, where students can throw a football through different sized hearts to win points and tickets.
“Every SGA member also has their own role during the carnival. This year mine and Daniella Ordenanz’s job was to sit at the prize table to inform students how they can get prizes, and to exchange their tickets for prizes of their choice.”
What does the planning process look like behind the scenes?
“Kind of chaotic. We gave the class so much time to prepare ahead of time but everyone always waits until super last minute… classic SGA. But when everyone sees the position they’re assigned, we do what we’re told. We know how to mix the perfect amount of serious and fun.”
What has been your favorite part of planning so far?
“I like working with my group members. It’s fun to see who I get paired with every event, and it’s the perfect time to get to know people you’re not as familiar with. SGA has always been a big family, though.”
What should students look forward to the most at the Cupid Carnival this Friday?
“I think they’ll really enjoy the prizes. This year we have some LEGO flowers, Fugler puzzles, teddy bears, and more as part of the big prizes (worth 20 tickets)!”
What part of the carnival are you personally most excited about?
“I just like spending time with my friends. It’s a time where a lot of people are active in the courtyard. I can chat with people from both lunches, participate in the dancing, and overall have a great time. I also love watching the seniors get splashed at the Splash a Senior station!”
From organizing teams and tracking deadlines to creating bigger decorations and adding new performances, it’s clear that Cupid Carnival is more than just a Friday event — it’s the result of dedication and teamwork. Thanks to the leadership of SGA and the collaboration of its members, students can look forward to a fun, festive, and unforgettable celebration.
