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Homecoming week for Keota Junior/Senior High School begins today. Students, staff, as well as the community can celebrate with a variety of activities throughout the week. 

Dress-up days begin the festivities. On Monday, January 23 students and staff will be wearing a wacky, mismatched outfit. Team Tuesday follows, calling for participants to wear a jersey, or athletic apparel to support their favorite team. Wednesday is Decade Day, where retro clothing will be worn. 

On Thursday, January 26, activities include Anything Goes Day. Students can wear clothing that matches with their class themes. At 1:10 p.m. the Eagle Olympics will be held in the high school gymnasium. Classes will compete in a variety of games, including dodgeball, musical chairs, and a tug-of-war. 

Dress-up days culminate on Friday, January 27 with Spirit Day. A Homecoming Pep Rally begins at the high school at 1:55 p.m. Later that night, Keota Girls and Boys Basketball take on Tri-County. Tip of the girls game is at 6 p.m. with the boys to follow. After the games, the Homecoming Dance for 7-12 grade students kicks off in the gymnasium. Admission is three dollars per person, or five dollars per couple. The dance will take place until approximately 11:30 p.m.