Tag Archives: Prom 2016

Prom Music, and the Problem Therein

By: Grey Tucker

Prom may not be scheduled until June this year, which is far later than the norm, but it is still fast approaching and must be addressed. In previous years, there have been complaints about the music selection during both our prom and homecoming events. It does seems mildly ridiculous that the music isn’t selected by the attendees who pay a fair amount of money to attend these dances, which is instead compiled by a lackluster, middle-aged “DJ” who ends up playing twangy, repetitive country “music,” and the greatest pop-chart hits of three years ago, truly an energizing combination. “Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy” wasn’t a good song when it came out, and it still isn’t. Continue reading Prom Music, and the Problem Therein

Students Prepare for Their Promenade Dance

By: Joshua Haight

The Senior Prom is a special event for junior and senior students. Prom will be held this year at the Willow Bay theatre in Jamestown, NY. The theme will be a Midsummer Knight’s Dream, based off of the Shakespearian play. The dance is not a typical dance; it is much more formal and requires a bit more cash than homecoming to attend. Girls typically buy expensive dresses and expect their dates buy tuxes to match their outfits. At prom, there are many dances that couples and single people can do. Continue reading Students Prepare for Their Promenade Dance