They are well-loved by their peers and respected by the school community.You don't need to be a future contestant to get this title.You can jump on the race by being involved and friendly from your freshman year onward.If you are conscientious, true to yourself, and willing to campaign for the crown, you will have a good chance at being homecoming queen.
Step 1: Stay out of trouble if you get good grades.
Many schools have a minimum grade point average requirement for candidates for the homecoming court.If you want to make sure that you'll qualify, try your best in your classes, and avoid risky situations where you might break school rules.
Step 2: Take part in many different extracurricular activities.
It's a good idea to work hard at extracurricular activities to get to know other students and make yourself known to them.Membership in multiple activities is a great way to meet people who may vote for you in the future.There are a variety of activities that span different social groups.You may not get to know other people besides the group of people who enjoy those activities if you are only involved in sports.Try new things to meet new people.
Step 3: You should be friendly to everyone you meet.
You should try to get to know the other students outside of your group of friends.Even if you don't get along with them, they will remember a good conversation or compliment when it comes time to vote.They will be more likely to vote for you because of that.Being liked and respected by your classmates, even if you don't know them well, can arise from actions as simple as smiling freely, laughing at their jokes, or cheering them up if they seem down.
Step 4: The nomination process can be researched.
Many schools have different ways of choosing a court.The candidate must first be nominated by a friend in a club or sport.The nominees could be selected by a committee of faculty members.If you need to be nominated, ask a friend or teammate to do so, just to make sure you are in the running.Before you can be nominated, an application or petition is required.If this is the case, you should find a link to your application and complete it before the due date.If a petition is needed, fill it out and circulate it well in advance of the vote.
Step 5: Who will be voting for you?
The senior class votes for the queen.The entire student body has a say.Determine who will decide your fate on voting day, and direct your campaigning efforts towards that group.Posters should be hung in areas of the school where your target group spends most of their time, such as classrooms where required classes take place.
Step 6: Posters should be eye-catching to spread the word.
Posters that make your name and candidacy clear are a must if your school allows it.You should put your posters up well in advance of voting day if you want your friends to help.Puns can help potential voters remember your posters."Donut forget to vote for your name" or "Let's taco bout voting for homecoming queen" are examples.Your name and candidacy can be announced with recognizable words or images.You can capture attention by mimicking a logo, album cover, or movie poster.It is possible to modify popular slogans to work in your favor."Just do it!" is a slogan used by Nike.
Step 7: A campaign video is being filmed.
If your school allows it, filming and circulating a campaign video is a great way to let other students know you're running.Your video will help other classmates remember you on voting day.Tell people who you are, what you care about, and why you love your school in the clips you include.Intersperse these with scenes of yourself hanging out with friends, cheering on classmates, or doing your favorite extracurricular activities.A music video that parodies a popular song is a good way to use humor.New lyrics should reference your campaign and your friends should be backup dancers.Sharing a silly video is a great way to show voters that you don't take yourself too seriously.You can add clips of your friends explaining why they will vote for you.Hearing others praise you can be more persuasive than talking yourself up.
Step 8: You can create social media pages with your target audience in mind.
It's possible to quickly spread the word that you're running for homecoming queen by making a Facebook page.If you want to increase your chances of being recognized and remembered, make sure to use the same images, themes, and slogans you used in your posters or videos.
Step 9: Potential voters can receive fun items.
Giving out buttons or hats with your name or slogan will spread the news that you are running, and also demonstrate your kindness and generosity to your fellow students.If you're giving away treats, make sure you package them in a way that reminds your classmates of you.If you adopted the "Donut forget to vote for..." slogan, seal mini donuts in bags and attach a gift tag with your name and slogan on it.
Step 10: There is a genuine sense of school spirit.
Being a spirited and proud member of your school community is one of the key qualities of a Homecoming court member.Cheer on your classmates at sporting events and performances, wear school apparel, and show the world that you are proud to attend your school.This isn't something you can fake.If your heart is not in it, don't cheer at the top of your lungs or wear your school colors.Instead, try to cultivate genuine pride in your school by attending events that you're unfamiliar with or intrigued by, or supporting close friends at events in academics, sports, and the arts.
Step 11: Act like a queen.
Being perceived as a suitable candidate requires carrying yourself with integrity, grace, and poise.Treat everyone with respect and compliment your competitors.It can be easy for a campaign to turn into a negative one.In the end, it will reflect poorly on you and cost you votes if you try to undermine the competition.Good care of your hair, skin, and personal hygiene is important.You don't need fancy clothes or stunning features to be a great candidate for queen.Natural beauty will shine through if you are well-groomed.
Step 12: Wait for the news and stay calm.
On the day that the queen votes are announced, you'll be pretty nervous.Hang out with friends, read, or watch TV while you wait for the big announcement.It will not be the end of the world if you don't win, but you have to manage your expectations.
Step 13: Wear semi-formal attire.
It's usually a formal event, but not as formal as prom.Short dresses or a jacket and tie are better than long dresses and tuxedos.Try it on before the announcement to make sure you are comfortable.If you're unfamiliar with your school's dress code, use the rules as guidelines for your outfit.
Step 14: If you win, accept the crown.
If you become homecoming queen, it's important to keep your cool.Stand tall, project confidence, and enjoy your moment.If you have a chance to give a speech, be sure to thank your competitors and those who helped you along the way.
Step 15: If you come up short, don't be discouraged.
It doesn't mean that your peers dislike you or that you're a failure if you lose the race.Regardless of what happens, you will have friends and loved ones who appreciate you for who you are.To confirm that you are valued and respected in your community, you don't need to win a contest.It would be a cherry on top of your high school experience if you became Homecoming Queen.