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Senior Prom Information
Evanston Township High School sponsors its Senior Prom on Friday, May 9. This event celebrates our students and their high school journey.
Event Details
We want to ensure students have a safe and enjoyable Prom experience. ETHS staff chaperone Prom. ETHS staff and the Chicago Police Department chaperone the Spirit of Chicago Cruise. The Chicago Police Department has jurisdiction at Navy Pier and on the Spirit of Chicago cruise.
Prom Venue
Location: Navy Pier Aon Grand Ballroom, 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2025
Time: 7:30pm - 11:30pm
Prom is followed by the Spirit of Chicago After-Prom Moonlight Cruise (optional).
Time: 11:30pm - 1:00am
Tickets and Registration
Prom tickets are $160 per person. There are two steps to purchase tickets to attend prom:
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Registration: Students must register online via myETHS between March 20 to April 13. All students must be registered to purchase a ticket. No payment is needed when registering.
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Payment: Payment can be made online via RevTrack between April 19 and April 23 or in-person on April 24-25 (cash, credit/debit card, tap-to-pay, or money order; checks not accepted). Tickets are nonrefundable.
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Pay Online |
Register & Pay in Person |
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Dates |
April 19 8:00am - April 23 at 11:59pm |
April 24-25 in the HUB (W220) Blocks 5 & 6 only |
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Payment methods |
Credit & debit cards |
Cash, credit & debit cards, money order, tap-to-pay (you cannot pay by check) |
Who can attend Senior Prom?
Senior Prom is open to all seniors and their guests (outside guests must be pre-approved). In order to purchase a prom ticket and attend prom, ETHS students must:
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Have 10 or fewer tardy detentions
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Have no unserved behavioral consequences
Students should check their detention status in myETHS and clear any detentions by Saturday, April 13. For more information about how to clear tardies, review the ETHS Tardy Tracker Information for Students. For questions about eligibility for Prom 2025, please contact Dean Soriano.
Guests
ETHS seniors may invite an ETHS junior or a senior from another high school, but all guests must be pre-approved and registered. To bring a guest:
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Complete the Prom Guest Approval Form online between March 22 – April 14. Guest approval forms will not be accepted after April 14; no exceptions.
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Guests must be a junior at ETHS or a senior at another high school no older than 20 years old.
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Students will receive an email letting them know if their guest has been pre-approved for registration. Only guests who have been approved and registered will be permitted to attend the prom.
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Questions about guests should be directed to Dean Soriano at sorianop@eths202.org.
Transportation
Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from prom. ETHS will not provide transportation to or from the venue. Self-parking and valet options are available at Navy Pier for a fee. Click to view parking and valet rates here: Navy Pier Parking and Valet.
Families are strongly encouraged to make a safe transportation plan in advance to ensure students travel to and from prom safely.
Attire
Prom is a formal event. Suits/tuxedos, evening gowns, cocktail dresses, dressy jumpsuits or pant suits are appropriate attire. Streetwear such as jeans and t-shirts are not acceptable. Students should feel free to express themselves while maintaining the formal dress code.
We know attending prom can be expensive. ETHS is coordinating with local community partners and businesses to offer discounts and resources to help make prom more accessible to all students. We want every senior to have the opportunity to enjoy this special night!
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Woman’s Club of Evanston:
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Dreams Delivered by the Woman’s Club of Evanston provides free prom dresses, shoes, jewelry, and accessories to ETHS students. Students must have an appointment. Click here to view more information and schedule an appointment.
Dreams Delivered Prom Boutique will be held at The Woman’s Club of Evanston (1702 Chicago Avenue, Evanston) on April 13-15. ETHS will host a prom fashion show for students to preview dresses during the Senior Assembly on March 19. |
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Emanuele Tuxedo Rental will provide a discount to ETHS students renting a tuxedo or suit for prom. You must present your current student ID to receive a discount.
Emanuele Tuxedo
5717 W. Dempster Street
Morton Grove, IL 60053
(847)967-5760
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Men’s Wearhouse will provide a discount to ETHS students renting a tuxedo or suit for prom. You must present your current student ID to receive a discount.
Men’s Wearhouse
9314 Skokie Blvd
Skokie, IL 60077
(847)568-0042
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Old Orchard Shopping Center
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Kendra Scott at Old Orchard Mall is offering a special 20% discount for ETHS students from April 4-6. Visit Kendra Scott to find elegant and trendy prom jewelry to complete your look.
In-store only at Old Orchard Shopping Center. You must show your student ID to receive a discount.
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Makeup Artist Valerie Morris
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Makeup artist Valerie Morris is offering special rates for ETHS students. Students must book an appointment; no walk-ins will be accepted.
Le Chic Hair Salon
4147 Main Street
Skokie, IL 60076
(847)410-7334
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Supervision and Safety
Senior Prom is chaperoned by ETHS staff. Please note that the Chicago Police Department has jurisdiction over Navy Pier, and officers may be present at the venue.
Senior Prom is a school-sponsored event. As such, students and their guests must follow the ETHS rules and guidelines outlined in The Pilot student handbook. To ensure a safe and enjoyable prom experience:
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ID Requirements: All guests must present a valid ID. ETHS students should bring their Student ID. Non-ETHS guests must bring a valid state-issued photo ID.
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No Reentry: Students and guests will not be allowed to return to their vehicles after checking in. Please bring all necessary items with you (for both prom and the cruise) when you check in. Coats and bags can be checked in at the venue.
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Safety Measures: Bags will be checked upon arrival. Breathalyzer tests will be given both randomly and when there is suspicion of substance use. These help ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students and to maintain a substance-free environment at prom.
Violation of Event Policies
Please review our guidelines for school dances. Should a student violate any of the outlined rules or engage in unsafe or inappropriate behavior:
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A parent/guardian will be contacted to pick up the student.
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Students will face appropriate disciplinary consequences in accordance with school policies.
Coat Check
A free coat check service will be available for students and their guests. Students may leave their coats and belongings at the coat check for the duration of prom and the cruise. After prom, students can pick up their items to change for the cruise, and then re-check any items they no longer need for the cruise. Please note: ETHS is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
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Items to Check
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Items to Carry
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Items Not Allowed
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Questions?
Questions about prom should be directed to the Student Activities Department. Please visit The Hub or email Ms. Clarke (clarked@eths202.org) with any questions about prom. Note: Questions about guest approvals should be directed to the Deans’ Office. Please visit the Deans’ Office or email Dean Soriano (sorianop@eths202.org) with any questions about guests.
We want every student to have a safe and memorable night at prom. Thank you for your support and cooperation. We look forward to celebrating this special evening with you!
