It’s Good to Be Home: TCS Homecoming 2026
By Samantha DePriest
Administrative staff Sonya Jones and Jennifer Judd led the parade holding the Homecoming Parade banner.
Trinity Christian School celebrated Homecoming with a parade and pep rally this past Friday, October 2, 2026. The parade procession featured the TCS Drum Corps and Color Guard, all fall sports teams, Student Council floats, and Homecoming Court representatives as they made their way from the west side of campus to the stadium. The entire student body and faculty lined the parade route to cheer on the participants before gathering for an all-school pep rally in the stadium.
Held on the Trinity Christian School campus in Sharpsburg, the Little Lions Cheerleaders kicked off the Homecoming parade and brought lots of school spirit. Head of School Dr. Mark Anthony, Grand Marshal Mrs. Candi Roberts, and Honored Guest Sophia Wootten accompanied by the Trinity Lion wearing a #35 jersey were following by the Drum Corp and Color Guard. The TCS Fall Sports teams in both middle and high school marching in the parade included: One Act, Cross Country, Softball, Flag Football, Volleyball, Cheerleaders, and the Football teams. Student Council floats rolled through with lots of excitement ahead of the 18 members of the Homecoming Court. Not one, but two, Coweta County Firetrucks were the grand finale of the parade.
TCS Class of 2023 Alumni and reigning Miss Georgia Sophia Wootten served as an honored guest at the 2026 HOCO Parade.
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TCS alumna and reigning Miss Georgia Sophia Wootten was an honored guest in the parade as well. She graduated from TCS in 2023 and during her time at Trinity, she served as Student Council president, spoke at graduation, and performed in productions that included “The Little Mermaid,” “The Wizard of Oz,” and “Fiddler on the Roof.” Born with a cleft lip and palate, Sophia has undergone 20 surgeries in her first 19 years, including major reconstructive and jaw procedures. She has turned those experiences into a mission, advocating for accessibility and pursuing a career in pediatric audiology. She now studies Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Georgia, where she plans to continue toward a Doctor of Audiology degree. Wootten also founded a 501(c)(3) focused on disability advocacy and inclusion, and she recently joined Smile Train as a Youth Advocate. She was selected as the 2026 Miss Georgia earlier this summer.
2026 Homecoming Court Grand Marshal Mrs. Candi Roberts.
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Mrs. Candi Roberts, Director of Institutional Excellence at Trinity Christian School, served as the 2026 Grand Marshal of the TCS Homecoming Parade. Mrs. Roberts has graciously served Trinity Christian School in a variety of roles over the past 25 years, making a lasting impact on students, families, faculty, and the school community. She began her career at TCS as a first and second grade teacher before serving as assistant principal and later as principal of the entire school, which at the time included grades K–10. She then served as elementary principal for 12 years. During her tenure as principal, Mrs. Roberts helped lead the school through its initial accreditation process, an important milestone that she describes as a valuable learning experience that ultimately made the school stronger.
Now in her eighth year as TCS Director of Institutional Excellence, Mrs. Roberts continues to serve the school with dedication and a commitment to excellence. Her 25 years of faithful service and leadership make her a fitting choice to serve as the 2026 TCS Homecoming Parade Grand Marshal.
2026 Homecoming Court Presentation
Later that evening, friends and family filled the stands of Lions Stadium for the Homecoming Court Presentation and Varsity Football game as the Trinity Lions took on the ECLA Eagles under the lights and a double rainbow. Congratulations to each of the Homecoming Court Representatives for serving as positive role models and ambassadors for TCS.
2026 Homecoming Queen Presley Boone escorted by her father Michael Boone.
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The 2026 TCS Homecoming Queen is Presley Boone. She has attended TCS for 11 years and is involved in Varsity Flag Football, Varsity Track and Field, Varsity Swimming, National Honors Society, BETA Club, and TCS Sports Media. Presley shares, “I am very grateful to be representing our school on homecoming court. It’s a dream come true, and I’m so excited to represent my class.”
2026 Homecoming King Chase Porter escorted by his mother Noelle Porter.
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The 2026 TCS Homecoming King is Chase Porter. Chase has attended TCS for 6 years and is involved in Baseball, Golf, NHS, Student Council, and Beta Club. Chase shares, “I am grateful to have the opportunity to serve others and reflect the image of Christ by being an ambassador on court. To be an ambassador of the school means to represent Kindness, integrity, and a Christ-centered attitude. Serving on this court allows me to serve others, show Christ through me, and reflect the community of Trinity Christian School. It's an honor to be chosen by my peers and to stand among my well-deserving friends.”
Hannah Joy Fitzgerald escorted by her father Patrick Fitzgerald.
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The 2026 TCS Homecoming Princess is Hannah Joy Fitzgerald. Hannah Joy is in her second year at TCS and serves on the Chapel Worship Team, is a member of the Theatre Troupe, Annual Fund, and Sports Media team. Outside of school, she also serves at her church and on the Youth group worship team. Hannah Joy shares, “To me being an ambassador of Trinity means representing the school that has truly become a home to me. Although this is only my second year at Trinity, the impact that Trinity has had on my life is something I will forever keep close to my heart. Being a part of this family has been one of the biggest blessings in my life, and it has strengthened my faith and helped me grow into the person I am today. I am so thankful for the teachers, students, and friendships that have made me feel so welcomed and loved even being so far away from home. To me, being an ambassador means carrying that same kindness, faith, and love with me wherever I go. I want to do my very best to reflect the values and spirit of Trinity that has given me so much.”
Colin DePriest escorted by his mother Samantha DePriest.
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The 2026 TCS Homecoming Prince is Colin DePriest. Colin has been at TCS for 13 years and serves on Student Council, Beta Club, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, and as an Annual Fund ambassador. He also plays Varsity football and Golf as well as Soccer. Colin shares, “To be an ambassador of our school means to be a Christian who is bold in faith and know that there is no good without God and that we can’t walk through life alone. As a Christian school, we are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the way that we walk and conduct ourselves in our everyday lives. All of the ambassadors on Homecoming court are great at showing that. I feel that God is moving through our school and you can see the Holy Spirit in each and every person.“
2026 Homecoming Prince Colin DePriest, King Chase Porter, Queen Presley Boone, and Princess Hannah Joy Fitzgerald (pictured left to right)
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