prom faq

🌿 Dupo High School 2026 Prom – FAQ 🌿

Theme: Enchanted Forest


📍 Where is Prom being held?

Prom will take place at:
Andre's Banquets & Catering – Sunset Hills (13366 W Watson Rd, St. Louis, MO 63127)


📅 When is Prom?

  • Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026

  • Time: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM

  • Doors Open: 6:30 PM (doors will remain locked until this time to ensure proper set up)


🎟️ Can I still buy a Prom ticket?

  • Deadline to purchase tickets: April 10th was the (HARD DEADLINE for venue planning purposes)

  • This deadline has been communicated through:

    • Morning announcements

    • Emails

    • Intercom reminders

    • Flyers and school screens

    • Jr./Sr. High Facebook page

⚠️ Exceptions (VERY LIMITED – PLEASE READ)

PARENTS may contact the office ONLY IF a student had a valid circumstance such as:

  • Outstanding student fees that delayed purchase

  • Issues processing a guest form from another school and you had picked up the guest form well in advance.

➡️ If approved, tickets must be purchased no later than Friday, April 17th.


🎉 Can I still attend After-Prom if I missed to purchase tickets by the deadline?

Yes — you can still purchase an After-Prom ticket ONLY by Friday, April 17th
(This applies if you were unsure about After-Prom details earlier)


🍽️ What food will be served at Prom?

We selected safe and accommodating options based on allergy submissions by students as they had the opportunity to fill out a Google Form sent to their emails:

Entrées (2):

  • Chicken Marsala  

  • Rosemary Roasted Pork Loin

Sides (3):

  • Cavatelli Carbonara

  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes

  • Toasted Ravioli

Extras:

  • House Italian Salad

  • Fresh Dinner Rolls with butter

  • Coffee, soda/beverages (lemonade, cranberry), and water

Desserts:

  • Chocolate Fountain including strawberries, pretzels, and brownies. There will also be cookies, cupcakes, cheesecake, and many more to include the snacks for After-prom as well.

 

 


📸 Will there be entertainment?

Yes

  • DJ (student-requests clean version only)

  • Photo booth for pictures


👑 What time is coronation?

  • 9:15 PM: Music pauses & lineup begins

  • 9:30 PM: Coronation begins

Includes:

  • Returning King & Queen

  • Little Prince & Princess

  • Prom Court recognition

  • Announcement of Senior Prom King & Queen


🌙 What is After-Prom?

  • Time: 11:30 PM – 3:00 AM

  • Location: Dupo High School


🎯 What activities will be at After-Prom?

(There will be a mix of events partaking and for awards/prizes and pending time if we get to everything in the night you will have a chance to win giveaways such as gift cards, etc.)

Below is what is available as for options:

  • Tug of War

  • Basketball (half-court knockout)

  • Volleyball

  • Burlap sack races

  • Inflatable Gladiator Joust – Pugil Sticks

  • Toxic Rush obstacle course slide

  • 9-hole mini golf

  • Hypnotist

  • Henna artist

  • Many more


⚠️ Do I need a waiver for activities?

YES – REQUIRED for inflatables and certain activities

  • Must be turned in by Friday, April 24

  • Submit to:

    • Guided Advisory / 7th Hour teacher

    • OR Main Office 📌 No waiver = No participation


🍕 What food will be at After-Prom?

  • Taco Bell

  • Raising Cane’s

  • Domino’s Pizza

  • Snacks

  • Water & soda

🎁 Prizes and giveaways throughout the night! More information to come on how to sign-up for games and win prizes!!


🌲 What is the theme?

Enchanted Forest

  • Decorations will match the theme

  • A dress-up spirit week is coming soon (flyer to be released on social media and around school)


Do I have to attend After-Prom?

If you purchased a after-prom ticket you should be present if you are not your parent/guardian will be notified but it is highly encouraged for:

  • Safety

  • Fun activities

  • Spending time with classmates


🚪 Can I leave After-Prom early?

Yes, but:

  • A parent/guardian must pick you up in person

  • Staff will verify pickup at exits

  • Once you leave, you may NOT return


⚖️ What are the behavior expectations?

All students and guests must follow:

  • School handbook

  • District policies

🚫 Misconduct will result in:

  • Removal from the event

  • Possible restriction from future events

  • Additional consequences

📢 Guest behavior issues will be reported to their home school


📣 Final Reminders

  • Prom ticket deadlines are strict due to venue planning

  • Waivers are required for safety

  • Stay tuned for additional information including Prom Spirit Dress-up days, and game info!