Student asks, “What does ‘booyah’ mean to you?” 

At the Milford Community School Use Program, the Newspaper Club has quickly become a hit among students at Woodland Elementary School! Participants have the opportunity to create their own articles, comics, recipes, games, and more. No matter the idea, every effort is made to include submissions in the newspaper to showcase as many student interests as possible. The first edition was released at the beginning of February, and a newspaper box will soon be placed in the Woodland Elementary School library allowing students and teachers to pick up their own copy.

Within the Community Use Program, the word “Booyah” has become a popular catchphrase among participants. The fun expression is often used by students to celebrate something exciting, and it has quickly become part of the program’s culture. Its popularity inspired members of the Newspaper Club to reflect on what “Booyah” means to them, and below are their thoughts.

These interviews were conducted by Lilly Chicarelli and include every member of Newspaper Club. 

What “Booyah” Means to Me

“It means to me like when someone says booyah, it is going to be a fun experience!”. ~ Brie

“It is just, like, awesome! It is literally the meaning of Community Use.” ~ Leah

“It means outgoing, cool. You use the phrase a lot in real life.” ~ Nick

“Booyah, it sounds ridiculous. They should use a different phrase, there are many other phrases out there.” ~ Josh

“It means something fun is going to happen!” ~ Jesse

“A little bit weird.” ~ Nolan 

“Kind of annoying.” ~ Evan

“Booyah is the first word to ever exist even in the age of the dinosaurs!” ~ AJ

“It is an exciting thing to look forward to from people.” ~ Kinley

“Booyah is a very passionate word to use to express yourself when you are happy.” ~ Lilly

“I like it, I think it’s fun!” ~ Max

“It is energetic!” ~ Kyle

“It means to have a fun and have a good time.” ~ Ana

“It means it is good and it reminds me of extended day!”  ~ Maggie

“Booyah is amazing and it expresses excitement and energy!” ~ Elise

“It is like a burst of excitement!”  ~ Ange

“Booyah is a way of life! It brings us all together and lets us share our excitement. Booyah is not just a phrase to use once in a while, it unites us, brings joy and most importantly RULES!” ~ Gianna

“Booyah is not just a word, it's that feeling when you wake up on a warm summer morning. Booyah is not just a word, it is those good feelings.” ~ Julie

What do you think Booyah means to you?