Proms, essentially outlawed a year ago, are coming back in some school districts but with big changes. Some require a negative coronavirus test while others encourage vaccination. Most are requiring masks and putting strict restrictions on dancing or who can attend. In Florida, Sarasota County schools are banning dancing and limiting the event to seniors. At Elmbrook Schools outside of Milwaukee, prom-goers need a negative COVID-19 test and are encouraged to stick with their friends “to prevent any outbreak from having a dramatic impact on our ability to continue operations.” An outdoor prom in Exeter, New Hampshire, on June 4 will rotate students on and off the dance floor – no touching allowed.
“The last thing we want is to spread COVID,” said Liz Morse, Exeter High School senior class adviser. “Everyone is making concessions, and people are being pretty gracious about it.”
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