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Norwalk holds Community Pep Rally

Eden Lewis, Staff Reporter
October 16, 2025
Eden Lewis
A couple of Norwalk kids walk around the football field looking for some activities to participate in during the youth activities time. The activities consisted of limbo with the dance team, a basketball pop up with the girls basketball team, obstacle course with the volleyball team and many other activities.

The Norwalk Community Pep Rally took place at the Norwalk football field and the NPECC on Thursday, Oct. 2, during homecoming week. Check out some photos from the Youth Activities Night and this season’s sports recognition.

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