As 2025 comes to a close, it's impossible not to pause and recognize something truly special — the Unity Junior High School Dance Team.

These girls didn't just dance this year. They showed up. Over and over again.

From school events to halftime performances, from town parades to community celebrations — whenever there was a spotlight, they stepped into it with confidence, discipline, and heart. They represented Cicero District 99 with pride, grace, and energy that could be felt long after the music stopped.

What makes this team even more powerful is the ripple effect they've created. Younger students are watching. Elementary schools are starting dance clubs because of them. That's legacy-building. That's leadership. That's how a program grows stronger year after year.

To each dancer: you hard work mattered. Your commitment mattered. And your presence made a difference in this community. Whether your dance journey continues into high school or takes you somewhere new, know this — you've already left your mark.

What a year. What a team. What a group of girls. 

Here's to an unforgettable 2025 and even brighter future ahead. Keep shining, Tigers!