Each year, the Hamden PTSA sponsors an After-Prom party, which is an event from midnight to 4 a.m. for all Hamden seniors. The goals of the annual event are twofold - one goal is to provide an environment where the students feel celebrated by their community, but the other, most important goal, is to ensure every student arrives home safe on prom weekend.
Early this morning, the class of 2013 walked into the school that had been transformed by decorations and props with a James Bond theme. The students enjoyed activities that included Segway rides, games, dancing, a hypnotist show, food and prizes.
I would like to extend a sincere thanks to the parents, community members, and Hamden school staff for the hours of work that go into organizing, fund-raising, planning, decorating, and chaperoning the party. Thank you, too, to all the area businesses that donated prizes and food. The support of the community is vital to the success of this wonderful party. Each year, the individuals behind the Hamden PTSA deserve our sincerest thanks for ensuring the safety of our graduating senior students.
Holly Hawkins
Hamden