1. prom dress code and guidelines Opelika High school

2. Why does OHS have a Prom dress code?
The administration and faculty want you to make
good choices, not inhibit your style.
Prom should be a fun and memorable evening for
everyone.
However, we want everyone to be comfortable and
safe.

3. #1 Dresses may not be cut below the bust line.
The bust line continues around your side directly under the armpit. With your arms down by your side, if flesh touches flesh below the bust line, the dress is inappropriate.
This dress meets dress code.

4. #2 Dresses may be backless; however, they may not be cut below the natural waist.
These dresses meet the dress code. Notice how the bust is covered on the side.

5. These dresses meet dress code.
#3 Dresses may not have the midriffs exposed including both the front and sides.
With arms down by your side, if flesh touches flesh in the midriff section, the dress is inappropriate.
These dresses meet dress code.

6. #4 Dresses may not be shorter or have a slit that exceeds 3 inches above the knee.
Dresses must be able to remain at 3 inches above the knee
while walking and dancing in the dress.
These dresses meet the dress code.

7. Other Dress Guidelines
Dresses may not be constructed with see-through fabrics such as: Tulle, Netting, or Illusion.
No pinning will be allowed as an alteration for a dress if without the pins the dress does not meet the dress code.
Fabric inserts must be sewn as alterations to the dress.
No cover-ups (shawls/wraps, sweaters, coats) will be allowed over dresses that do not meet the dress code.
Undergarments should not be visible.

8. #10 Formal Tuxedoes or Dress Suit (Coat & Tie) for Gentlemen
While attending a formal event, dress shoes are the appropriate
footwear for gentlemen.
While attending a formal event, shirts should be worn at all times.

9. Prom Pictures
Attire for pictures should meet the dress code. Students will not be allowed to wear an inappropriate dress or suit for pictures and then change into appropriate attire to attend prom.

10. While we will be reasonable in our interpretation of these guidelines, students and guests dressed inappropriately will not be allowed to enter or attend prom. Attention: You will not be allowed to pin dresses to make them meet guidelines while waiting to enter prom. See guideline #6.

11. OhS Prom April 7, 2017 The Marriott at Grand National
All students should:
Make good decisions.
Be safe.
Have fun.
Inform your invited guest of the dress code for prom.

12. Questions about a dress?
To verify that your dress meets the established prom guidelines, you should contact :
Mrs. O. Smith or Mrs. Kendra Allen in RM 269
Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Allen will conduct dress checks every Tuesday and Thursday in Feb. from 3:30-4:30pm in RM 269.
They will gladly look at a picture, but in order for them to give full approval, they must see the dress on you, in person.

13. A Dress Code Check will be set up for students and guests to pass through prior to entering Prom. Any student or guest inappropriately dressed will be denied entry and asked to leave the premises immediately!

14. As you are preparing for the Jr. -Sr
As you are preparing for the Jr.-Sr. prom please remember the guidelines for Dances found on Page 28 of the student handbook.

15. No one over the age of 20 is allowed.
GUESTS: 1. Guest request forms are due by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the designated deadline. A good quality picture ID must accompany the guest request forms.
No middle school students or middle school aged students are allowed as guests.
No one over the age of 20 is allowed.

16. TICKETS:
1. Students must purchase their own tickets. 2. Tickets are non-transferrable and non-refundable

17. RULES:
Once students enter the dance, they are not allowed to leave and re-enter.
Objects prohibited at school are also prohibited at Prom.
Lewd, obscene, and vulgar dancing is prohibited at all OHS dances and will result in immediate removal from the dance.