(Atlantic) On Tuesday, Atlantic High School Principal Heather McKay finalized plans for the junior/senior prom. The coronavirus outbreak this past spring forced School Officials to postpone the event to July 11.
“The event should be an occasion for all students to remember for the rest of their lives,” said McKay. “For the juniors, it’s a motivator for them to pay tribute to the seniors and look forward to becoming next school year’s leaders at Atlantic High School. It is a celebration of closing one chapter in their life for the seniors, and realizing a new chapter is just beginning.”
McKay says the Grand March is from 6:30 p.m. to-7:45 p.m. at the auditorium. The seating will be limited to ensure social distancing. Each student will be allowed two guests in the auditorium. The district is also exploring ways to live-stream the event to provide other friends and family the opportunity to watch from home. McKay says safety remains the number one priority for the students and the community. The students will wait in the band and choir rooms before appearing on stage for their introduction.
A plated dinner will follow the Grand March. All of the servers will be wearing masks and gloves.
The entertainment portion of the evening is scheduled from 9:15 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Students will spread out in the auditorium to enjoy the talents of an influential hypnotist. After that Parents will draw names and prizes give away prizes. The evening will conclude at around 11:15 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
McKay would also like to give out a “big shout out” to all parent volunteers.
