The elementary hosted the annual fall carnival on Oct. 22. It served as a fundraiser for student rewards. The carnival was held in front of the elementary school and cafeteria.
Elementary counselor Vicky Lopez said although the carnival doesn’t have a huge turnout, it is a way for students to have fun things to do and to help the school.
“We usually don’t make very much money from the fall carnival,” Lopez said. “Last year all the teacher’s jars brought in about $700. All money raised goes toward classroom incentives for students reaching their math and reading goals. The fall carnival is more of a way to get parent involvement and have a safe, fun event for Archer City students.
Kindergartener Kennedy Goforth said she is eager for the carnival.
“I was really excited for the carnival. My favorite part last year was the bouncy castle. I was going to be wearing my costume to it. I was a black cat just like last year.”
Third grader Cassidie Latham has always gone to the carnival.
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The carnival is always really fun,” Latham said. “I like the basketball shooting stuff and all of the prizes you get from everything.”
Fifth grader Gary Morrison shared the same excitement as Gofourth and Latham.
“I’ve gone every single year, and it’s one of my favorite events,” Morrison said. “I really liked all of the football stuff, and the cake walk is always one of my favorites, if not my favorite.”
Although the festival is held and prepared by the elementary, junior high and high school students are welcome to participate in the activities. Seventh grader Adylee Howell is positive on going.
“I love every booth, so it’s hard to pick a favorite,” Howell said. “I really liked the bandage booth, where they wrapped your head or arm like an injury. I am really glad they brought it back for another year. I also really like all of the food they have.”
Freshman Donovan Schultz said the fall carnival is a yearly tradition for him.
“I love the carnival. I have gone almost every single year since I was 6 or 7 years old. It’s been a thing I really enjoy every year,” Schultz said. “My parents might be working there with a snow cone stand, so I’m excited for that. I’m glad I have something to go to that is fun and also helps the school.”
