The last talent show HMSA had was a few years ago in 2013 meaning the seniors of this year (Class of 2016) were the last class to have a talent show.

This year, the Associated Student Body (ASB) has been going around asking for opinions on having a talent show this year.

As a member of ASB and a sophomore at HMSA, I support the idea of having a talent show. Being at HMSA for two years now, I have noticed the little amount of school activities and participation. I feel as if the school needs to have more activities to get the students involved and to let loose. So far we usually have about two school dances, two spirit weeks, back to school night, open house, and multicultural. It may seem like a lot, however, between stressful classes and long nights of homework and studying, an exciting school event can be a great way to enjoy and remember a great high school experience.

Although we do have a Multicultural event, where students are given the chance to present and learn many different cultures and traditions, there is a difference between Multicultural and a talent show. Talent shows present talent, where anyone could perform anything they please. One could sing, dance, act, or even perform his or her ability to do whale noises. There are auditions involved; however auditions aren’t as specific. For  Multicultural, you have to perform something that is related to an actual culture, whereas in talent shows, you are free to express your talent and abilities.

Also, a talent show is a great way for students to build up confidence and share their talents with everyone. It’s another great way for students to learn more about each other (like Multicultural). Students get to watch their peers do what they love and see what they’re good at. Whether it’s belting out a high note or dancing like nobody’s watching–it’s a love, it’s a talent, and it also deserves to be shared and cherished.

I’m not going to lie, I have also participated in school talent shows in elementary and middle school. I performed every year from second grade and up, from singing Taylor Swift’s new songs to dancing to Bon Jovi. Overall, it was a great experience to get on stage and just let loose. It made my years at St. Joseph (the elementary and middle school I attended) a lot more memorable and fun. It would be amazing if we could make our high school experience to feel the same way.

ASB Executive President, Hanna Cartagena, states, “I’ve never seen a talent show before. The last one happened when I was a freshman, so I was hoping to organize one for this year. We’ll see.”

Hopefully, HMSA can host another talent show soon.