Going to a high school prom can be a great experience for the participants and parents. For many students, prom signifies a step toward adulthood, social acceptance and positive fun. Too often, however, prom becomes a negative event for some due to poor planning, false expectations and a lack of parent supervision or involvement. This article was written to help parent anticipate prom problem situations. Recognizing, discussing and trouble-shooting prom problem before the event begins will help keep your child safe, engaged and statistically in a better position to have fun.
Preparing for Prom
Talk to Your Teen
Communication is the number one way to keeping your teenager happy and healthy. Talking to your teen will open doors for both of you and strengthen your relationship. Learn to talk to your teen about the life issues they are facing using our communication resources.
Setting the Rules and Limits for Prom Night
While the night of the prom is a special occasion and can call for a few rules to be bent – like giving a later curfew - be sure to make it perfectly clear to your teen that you will not be giving them carte blanche on your expectations.
Set a Budget
Discuss a prom budget with your child. If the budget they have come up with is more than you expected to spend, let them know that both of you will need to become creative in order to be able to get everything they want. Start looking for specials and discounts! It’s important to discuss “Who pays for what?” Yes, it’s appropriate for your child to contribute to the prom!
* Tickets - This can be either party or a shared expense.
* Attire - Both parties pay for their own attire.
* Flowers - Both parties purchase a corsage for the other.
* After Prom activities - Both parties pay their own way.
* Limousine - A shared expense for the entire group using the limousine.
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