Prom can be one of the most memorable nights of the year for high school students. It’s the last time they are together with friends before graduation, and it is a time to celebrate and have fun.
The Lorain County JVS Early Childhood Education junior FCCLA Chapter recently hosted a prom fashion show to get students ready for prom night, but more importantly, it was an event to have them think about the dangers of driving distracted and impaired.
Every student in attendance was asked to sign a pledge card stating they would have a safe and sober prom, not use drugs or alcohol, and stay alert behind the wheel.
Star Vaughn, junior Early Childhood Education student from Firelands, explained how the pledge cards work.
“We passed out ‘Prom Promise Pledge Cards’ to students who would pledge to drive safely. We also showed a video about a local teenager who was texting and driving and the price she paid for that choice,” Star said.
All students who made this commitment were entered into a drawing to win various gift cards, a free prom dress from David’s Bridal, or a free tuxedo from American Commodore Tux.
Karla Schultz, junior Early Childhood Education junior from North Ridgeville, added, “Our class also did a skit showing our peers all the different people in your life you can impact if an accident happens while texting and driving.”
“My students want to spread the message that it is important to have a safe prom night and to stay away from alcohol and drugs, and to not be distracted in any way while driving,” said Hilary Duffala, junior Instructor for the Early Childhood Education program.
Junior and senior students in the JVS Cosmetology program also provided their skills to the fashion show and did the hair and make-up for each girl in the show.
