By Lia Villar
With a flawless atmosphere, the ballroom of the Wyndham Resort is decorated with starry lights and tree-like centerpieces placed precisely in the middle of tables. At six o’clock, students begin to file into what is expected to be a memorable night.
“It’s the last celebration of the year and [for] seniors, [it’s a] last hurrah, a last time to go to a school dance and reflect on memories. [For] juniors, [it’s a time] celebrate with senior friends, and to [get into] the senior mentality,” junior class treasurer William McMillin said.
Along with the memories made at prom, having a sit down dinner, watching the senior video and announcing the senior superlatives are traditions prom upholds every year.
“Watching the senior video [was my favorite part], and seeing everyone in one place before we graduate,” senior Savannah Alzner said.
With any school event, there are obstacles to overcome such as deciding on the location, theme, decorations and food choices. The Junior Class officers must fund raise to lower the cost of prom tickets.
Nevertheless, prom is known to be a memorable night for all who attend.
“Prom is more for the upper classmen, and it’s a right of passage in a way. You only get one senior prom and you can never go back,” Alzner said.
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