PROM GUIDELINES May 2, 2015 Dear Students and Parents/Guardians, Here is information regarding the activities and expectations for the EVHS Prom 2015. Because families frequently like to plan ahead, and because many of the young women may be thinking of purchasing their dresses, here is a description of the night’s events, along with things everyone needs to know if a student plans on attending prom. Please remember that this event is for Eagle Valley Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomore Servers. Pictures and Grand March This year’s events will be held on Saturday, May 2 at the Clarissa School Gym. Pictures will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. All attendees must be present by 6:15 p.m. in order to keep everything on schedule. The Grand March will begin at 8:00 p.m. There will be an informal/fun grand march following the formal Grand March. Students can start signing up for prom beginning Monday, April 13. Grand March is a free event for all students involved and any family and friends that would like to attend. A dance will immediately follow and will last until 11:30 p.m. Post Prom The Post-Prom Committee is in the process of organizing the Annual Chemical-Free Post-Prom Party for EVHS juniors and seniors which has been ongoing for 20+ years. The evening will begin at 12:00 a.m. and end between 4:30-5:00 a.m. at the Clarissa School Gym and Cafeteria. Students who attend will be eligible to win prizes and will enjoy an evening of games, food, and fun! Permission forms for EV students and their dates will be available in the office. Dress Code EVHS is a school that enforces dress code. Appropriate attire is required since prom is an official, formal school event. Rather than have disappointment, we feel it is best to tell you what has been deemed appropriate attire. For gentlemen, this is dress pants, a dress shirt, a sports coat or vest, and a tie. A tux or other comparable formal wear is also acceptable. Dress shoes and socks should complete the outfit. If a student needs assistance locating a jacket or pants, talk to an advisor and we will do our best to help. For ladies, an acceptable prom dress is one that you would feel comfortable wearing all night at a formal event. Dresses that expose undergarments, midriff and other low-cut areas, even with a see through material are not acceptable. Two-piece dresses are allowed as long as the entire midriff is covered. Length of dresses must be lower than the fingertips when arms are held straight down at sides. Sunglasses, baseball caps, slippers, and bare feet are not formal attire and are not acceptable. If a student needs assistance locating a prom dress, talk to an advisor and we will do our best to help. If you need further explanation on any of this please contact Mrs. Camacho or Mr. Willitz. Any questions on attire need to be brought up with the prom advisors by Friday, April 24, 2015 for approval or necessary appeal. We want everyone to have a comfortable evening at prom and we do not want to forbid entrance due to inappropriate attire. Page 1 PROM GUIDELINES May 2, 2015 Leaving Prom The policy remains, and will be strictly enforced, that all students attending prom must stay at the event until it ends at 11:30 p.m. It is a closed-door event and no one may leave the gym area before 11:30 p.m. If a student plans on leaving before the end of the dance, prior permission must be obtained with a note from parent(s) or a legal guardian and presented to either advisor by Wednesday, April 29 so it can be verified. At the parents’ request, they can be phoned when the departing student leaves prom. If you request a phone call, please include your number with the permission note and be available to receive the call. This policy applies to all students attending prom, even those who are between the ages of 18-20. Chemical and Drug Free Policy A breathalyzer test will be administered to all students involved with prom and post prom events. EVHS expects Chemical Free and Drug Free participation for all EV students and guests. Non-EVHS and Other Guests All dates must be between the minimum age of a freshmen and no older than 20. Please include grade level, school name, and town of non EV dates when signing up. Information may be verified by an advisor before prom. It is the responsibility of Eagle Valley students to inform their dates of all our rules and policies. They, too, will be required to comply with our guidelines and will need to sign the form found on page 3 of this packet as well as supply a signed copy of the “Dance Permission Form” for Eagle Valley School. If you need any extra copies, please pick them up from the front office or print one from the school website. RSVP Information All students who plan on attending prom must officially sign up Monday, April 27. Fill out the form found on page 3 of this packet or print it off from the school website. EVERY ATTENDEE MUST FILL OUT A FORM AND RETURN IT TO THE MAIN OFFICE BY APRIL 27. If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact either prom advisor. Kelly Camacho and Josiah Willitz 2015 Prom Advisors Page 2 PROM GUIDELINES May 2, 2015 It is important for students attending prom to recognize that this event is a privilege and not a right. If our guidelines are not followed, you will not be able to participate in this activity. Please sign below to verify that you have read and acknowledge this letter. If there is anything you question, please speak with a prom advisor or an administrator as soon as possible. I, ____________________________________________ (print), have read the prom guidelines and will follow the rules established by the prom committee and administration. Student Signature:_______________________________________________________________ Parent Signature:________________________________________________________________ Date:______________________________________ Non EV Guests: Grade and Age: _________________________________________ Current School Name: ______________________________________________________ *Attach the Eagle Valley School Permission To Attend a Dance form. Town:____________________________________________________________________ *Return to the front office by Monday, April 27. This form must be signed and turned in by each individual when you sign up for prom in order for you to attend any of the events. Page 3