Junior Prom Preview

[Pictured Above} A image of the Event Center at iPlay America. credit- iplayamerica.com

By Ryan Sy 
  The Wall High School junior prom is shaping up to be much different than anything students have experienced before.
     A place that is known for amusement rides and arcade games is where the junior prom will be held on Fri., April 12, from 6:30-10:30 p.m., which has surprised a lot of students and staff.
    It might come to shock to some because many think that iPlay America is a place for middle schoolers and children as an indoor amusement park with an arcade, go-karts, laser tag, and 4D Theater. Many high profile events, however, have been held there, making it a more interesting choice than some may think because of its large event center.  
    “The feedback we got from last years Dames Ball was that the students wanted a bigger room with a bigger dance floor,” said junior class advisor Mrs. Jessica Erbe. “When Mr. [Gene] DeLutio and I looked around, we found that iPlay America had a very large ballroom. It can accommodate up to 750 people. It was a big space for the right price, so we decided to book it! I am very excited for the junior prom. I know it will be a great night and I am sure all students who attend will have fun!”
    There are 259 students who are planning on attending the prom, covering all four grade levels. The theme is “A Night At the Movies” and it will feature a soda bar, appetizers and a buffet bar. The bids cost each person $80-85, depending on when the bid was purchased.
    “Of course I am excited,” junior and Class of 2020 President Alex Longo said. “At the Event Center, the dance floor is based off where the tables are located. The floor of the place is the dance floor.”
    The junior prom promises to be exciting and fun for the students who are attending. The night is one that is really anticipated by the people who plan it and the students who experience the annual event.

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