Prom upcoming; Compliance With Dress Code Stressed

With less than two weeks to go until the 2024 Stephens County High School Prom, school officials are reminding students and parents of guidelines and suggestions as announced in early February when tickets were available for the event.

No guests over 20 years of age, and no one younger than the 9th grade will be allowed to attend the prom, which will be held Saturday, April 20 at Currahee Club from 8 – 11 p.m.

School officials have asked for parent and guardian assistance, stating, “As we plan for the prom, we ask that you partner with us to ensure we maintain the integrity of our prom. Schools are undoubtedly a reflection of society. We ask that you guide your child on the side of modesty when preparing for the prom. We do understand that this is not a normal day of school, and the dress is for a formal event. We understand formal dress does not necessarily meet the day-to-day dress code for schools; however please recognize inappropriate behavior and dress compromises the integrity of our high school prom if we are not purposeful in our prom preparations. We are mindful this is a high school prom, not an adult formal event; we hope you do as well.”

Itemized dress code stipulations for girls include no excessive cleavage. Dresses may be backless, as long as it is not cut below the waist; two piece dresses are allowed if appropriately modest, and dresses should not be excessively short or pulled up when dancing. 

The dress code for boys stipulates that suits or tuxedos should be worn, shirts must be buttoned up to the second button from the collar, and pants should fit properly on the hips and not sag below the waistline. 

For more information, contact high school administration at (706) 886-6825 or the school system administration office at (706) 886-9415