Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School

Senior Prom
 

Dear Parents,  

We hope that this letter finds you well. With springtime just around the corner, the Senior class is in the midst of planning one of the most memorable events of the students’ high school experience—the Senior Prom taking place at The Union League - Liberty Hill on March 26, 2026, from 6:30-10:00 PM. Senior arrival is from 6:30-6:45 PM. Students are not permitted to leave before 10:00 PM. As the prom moderators, our goal is to assist the students in creating a safe and positive atmosphere on prom night. We are confident that we can count on parental support regarding this issue, and respectfully ask that you lend your assistance in three key areas.

First, we believe that the primary role of the faculty and administration on prom night is to ensure a safe environment for our students and guests. The last thing that we want to happen is for a positive, enjoyable night to be threatened by risky behavior. We have discussed the school’s drinking and drug policy with the girls, and we ask that you also support our efforts to prevent the abuse of such substances before, during, and after school functions as the prom. We know that you share our concerns about the well-being of your daughters and their friends, and ask that you emphasize that concern with them in the weeks ahead. The girls value your opinions, and honest discussions with your daughters can be the most effective way to prevent the poor judgment they might otherwise exercise on prom night.

Second, we ask that you be a part of your daughters’ decisions about what to wear to the prom. We have the utmost respect for your daughters and, like you, we hope that they respect themselves. Their self-respect is reflected in the way that they choose to represent themselves at this elegant function. Traditionally, the girls wear long, formal dresses, tuxedos, or pant suits. Any guests they ask to join them for the evening should wear tuxedos or formal dress/suits. As they enter the hall, the girls introduce their guests to members of the faculty receiving line. This ritual is a cherished tradition that our faculty members look forward to each year, and we are proud of the grace and maturity that our students display as they walk through the line. We are confident that this year’s attire and behavior will preserve this milestone tradition and reflect the girls’ self-respect, grace, and maturity as Gwynedd Girls.

Third, as we do each year, a pre-Prom assembly will be held on March 19th for all juniors and seniors during Community Period. For this year’s assembly, the Call Don’t Stall program empowers students to recognize medical emergencies and confidently call 911 without hesitation, reinforcing the importance of immediate action in critical situations through education led by Call Don’t Stall team members. Attendance at this assembly is a Grade Level Requirement for both Juniors and Seniors and is mandatory for students attending Prom.

Finally, please encourage the girls to remember key deadlines for guest information, payment, seating, etc. Also, school policy requires both the student and her date remain for the entirety of the prom. We ask that you remind your daughters about the importance of adhering to policies and procedures out of respect to the chaperones and prom committee who are giving so freely of their time to create a special night for their students and peers.

Thank you in advance for your support in promoting a safe and enjoyable prom. We know that we can always count on Gwynedd Mercy parents to advance the mission and values of our school, and for that, we are truly grateful. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact

Mrs. Fasano and Mrs. Monsalve at gwyneddprom@gmahs.org.