North Gwinnett Junior/Senior
Prom Information
What: North Gwinnett Junior/Senior Prom
When: Saturday, May 5, 2012 from 8pm-11:30pm
Where: The Grand Ballroom at the Gwinnett Center in Duluth, Georgia
Seniors: Please plan on being at the Prom by 9:45pm. We'll call you to line up for the Senior Walk at 10pm. The Walk begin by 10:15pm.
Ticket Sales: NGHS Juniors and Seniors can purchase their tickets in the Media Center beginning Monday, April 25th through Thursday, April 29th. Ticket prices will be determined by how many juniors pay their dues by Spring Break. Tickets will not be more than $25 per person.
Junior Dues are paid according to the following schedule:
Starter Package ($20) --One 5x7 and 4 Wallets
Group Picture ($30) --16 Wallets
Basic Package ($40) --8x10, two 5x7, 8 Wallets
Premium Package ($70) --Two 8x10, Four 5x7, 14 Wallets, 2 Photo Magnets
Supreme Packages ($95) --3 Poses: Couple: Two 8x10, Four 5x7, 14 Wallets, and 2 Photo Magnets. Gentlemen: Two 5x7 and 4 Wallets. Ladies: Two 5x7 and 4 Wallets.
Please note that payment for pictures is due at the Prom. You cannot be billed for Prom pictures. Checks and cash are the preferrable method of payment. Should you wish to pay with credit card, please provide the following informaton on the flap of the picture envelope: 1) Card Type (Visa or Mastercard only) 2) Exact Name on Card 3) Card Number 4) Expiration Date
Prom Information
What: North Gwinnett Junior/Senior Prom
When: Saturday, May 5, 2012 from 8pm-11:30pm
Where: The Grand Ballroom at the Gwinnett Center in Duluth, Georgia
Seniors: Please plan on being at the Prom by 9:45pm. We'll call you to line up for the Senior Walk at 10pm. The Walk begin by 10:15pm.
Ticket Sales: NGHS Juniors and Seniors can purchase their tickets in the Media Center beginning Monday, April 25th through Thursday, April 29th. Ticket prices will be determined by how many juniors pay their dues by Spring Break. Tickets will not be more than $25 per person.
Junior Dues are paid according to the following schedule:
- If you pay your dues before the end of the first week of school in the Fall of your Junior year, your dues will be $45
- If you pay your dues after the first week of school but before Winter Break, your dues will be $55
- If you pay your dues after Winter Break but before Spring Break, your dues will be $65
- If you pay your dues after Spring Break or anytime during your Senior Year, your dues will be $75
Starter Package ($20) --One 5x7 and 4 Wallets
Group Picture ($30) --16 Wallets
Basic Package ($40) --8x10, two 5x7, 8 Wallets
Premium Package ($70) --Two 8x10, Four 5x7, 14 Wallets, 2 Photo Magnets
Supreme Packages ($95) --3 Poses: Couple: Two 8x10, Four 5x7, 14 Wallets, and 2 Photo Magnets. Gentlemen: Two 5x7 and 4 Wallets. Ladies: Two 5x7 and 4 Wallets.
Please note that payment for pictures is due at the Prom. You cannot be billed for Prom pictures. Checks and cash are the preferrable method of payment. Should you wish to pay with credit card, please provide the following informaton on the flap of the picture envelope: 1) Card Type (Visa or Mastercard only) 2) Exact Name on Card 3) Card Number 4) Expiration Date
NGHS Prom Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have to pay Junior Dues? Ticket
sales pay for half the cost of putting on the Prom, Junior Dues make up the balance. Any money left after the Prom is used to pay the deposits on next year's Prom. Think you are paying too much? Search for "Prom" at other GCPS schools and you'll see NGHS students pay the least to attend the Prom! Also, know that unlike some of our neighboring schools where Junior Dues are mandatory for all students, NGHS only requires dues of students who want to attend the prom. A few years ago, the Junior Class sponsor sent a survey to the parents of the Junior Class asking if their family would rather do a fundraiser in lieu of paying Junior Dues. Overwhelmingly, the parents voted to continue Junior Dues.
I really want to come to the Prom but I can't afford it. What should I do? At NGHS, we want everyone to be able to enjoy the Prom. Contact your guidance counselor ASAP to discuss some options.
I am technically classified as a Sophomore but I earned enough credit for Junior status after Fall Semester and I will graduate at the end of next year. Can I come to the Prom? Yes. Just have your guidance counselor e-mail Mr. Stewart to let him know of your change in status. Pay your Junior Dues and you are all set to purchase your tickets and come to the Prom!
Do I have to pay more if my date doesn't go to NGHS? No.
Do I have to pay more if my date is a freshman or sophomore at NGHS? No
Is it OK to come to the Prom solo? In 2010, 75% of the people who purchased tickets did so with groups of friends instead of a specific date!
Is there a dress code for the Prom? Yes. This is a formal event and the attire should reflect the formality of the event.
Will there be chaperones at the Prom? Absolutely. There is a very visible adult presence at the Prom. In 2010, this included the following: 6 uniformed Gwinnett Police Officers, 36 adult chaperones, 9 NGHS administrators, and over 75 NGHS teachers/staff.
Can parents attend the Prom? It's a community tradition for parents to attend the Senior Walk during Prom. If you would like to attend the Senior Walk, please arrive no earlier than 9:45pm. The Senior Walk will begin between 10pm and 10:15 pm. Business casual attire is requested.
Will food be available at the Prom? Proof of the Pudding will provide a selection of light hors d'oeuvres and wonderful desserts between 8:30pm and 10:30pm. Punch, water, and coffee will be available throughout the evening.
What type of entertainment will be at the Prom? Lee McKeller with Party Time Productions will provide DJ services. Lee brings an outstanding sound system, laser/light show, and video panels that come together to make for a fantastic atmosphere!
I'm picking my child up after the Prom, what time should I be there? The prom is over at 11:30pm. Please arrive no later than 11:30pm.
Does North Gwinnett sponsor any sort of after prom function? No. Many families host after-parties for their student but NGHS does not sponsor an after party.
When is next year's Prom? Saturday, May 4th, 2013 at the Gwinnett Center!
Other Questions: Please feel free to e-mail Mr. Stewart, the Junior Class Sponsor, with any questions you may have. (jim_stewart@gwinnett.k12.ga.us)
Why do I have to pay Junior Dues? Ticket
sales pay for half the cost of putting on the Prom, Junior Dues make up the balance. Any money left after the Prom is used to pay the deposits on next year's Prom. Think you are paying too much? Search for "Prom" at other GCPS schools and you'll see NGHS students pay the least to attend the Prom! Also, know that unlike some of our neighboring schools where Junior Dues are mandatory for all students, NGHS only requires dues of students who want to attend the prom. A few years ago, the Junior Class sponsor sent a survey to the parents of the Junior Class asking if their family would rather do a fundraiser in lieu of paying Junior Dues. Overwhelmingly, the parents voted to continue Junior Dues.
I really want to come to the Prom but I can't afford it. What should I do? At NGHS, we want everyone to be able to enjoy the Prom. Contact your guidance counselor ASAP to discuss some options.
I am technically classified as a Sophomore but I earned enough credit for Junior status after Fall Semester and I will graduate at the end of next year. Can I come to the Prom? Yes. Just have your guidance counselor e-mail Mr. Stewart to let him know of your change in status. Pay your Junior Dues and you are all set to purchase your tickets and come to the Prom!
Do I have to pay more if my date doesn't go to NGHS? No.
Do I have to pay more if my date is a freshman or sophomore at NGHS? No
Is it OK to come to the Prom solo? In 2010, 75% of the people who purchased tickets did so with groups of friends instead of a specific date!
Is there a dress code for the Prom? Yes. This is a formal event and the attire should reflect the formality of the event.
Will there be chaperones at the Prom? Absolutely. There is a very visible adult presence at the Prom. In 2010, this included the following: 6 uniformed Gwinnett Police Officers, 36 adult chaperones, 9 NGHS administrators, and over 75 NGHS teachers/staff.
Can parents attend the Prom? It's a community tradition for parents to attend the Senior Walk during Prom. If you would like to attend the Senior Walk, please arrive no earlier than 9:45pm. The Senior Walk will begin between 10pm and 10:15 pm. Business casual attire is requested.
Will food be available at the Prom? Proof of the Pudding will provide a selection of light hors d'oeuvres and wonderful desserts between 8:30pm and 10:30pm. Punch, water, and coffee will be available throughout the evening.
What type of entertainment will be at the Prom? Lee McKeller with Party Time Productions will provide DJ services. Lee brings an outstanding sound system, laser/light show, and video panels that come together to make for a fantastic atmosphere!
I'm picking my child up after the Prom, what time should I be there? The prom is over at 11:30pm. Please arrive no later than 11:30pm.
Does North Gwinnett sponsor any sort of after prom function? No. Many families host after-parties for their student but NGHS does not sponsor an after party.
When is next year's Prom? Saturday, May 4th, 2013 at the Gwinnett Center!
Other Questions: Please feel free to e-mail Mr. Stewart, the Junior Class Sponsor, with any questions you may have. (jim_stewart@gwinnett.k12.ga.us)
