KCA Prom 2022

The KCA Prom 2022 tickets are now on sale! To celebrate the end of the school semester and to honor the class of 2022, Katy Classical Academy invites high school homeschool students and their guests to attend an exciting event, full of friends, music, photos, light snacks, and dancing. This chaperoned event will be perfect for teenagers coming by themselves, with a teen guest, or with a group.

This dance is for mature teens and their guests, and it will be held this year at The Bowery House and Gardens in Old Katy. It is open to all homeschooled HIGH SCHOOL AGE students and their guests in the Houston area. We have limited spots, SO GET YOUR TICKETS SOON!

NEW FOR THIS DANCE: WE HAVE RENTED THE ROOFTOP OF THE BOWERY HOUSE FOR THIS PROM EVENT! (This is in addition to the bottom two floors.)

A couple FAQ’s:

When is the dance?

The dance is May 20, 2022, from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm.

Where is the dance?

The Bowery House and Gardens at 7 Oaks, 24902 Franz Road, Katy, Texas.

Website: https://www.boweryhousekaty.com

How much is a ticket?

Tickets are $50 each for the early bird ticket, purchased prior to March 31, 2022, and $55 for a later ticket, purchased April 1-May 20, 2022. Tickets are purchased directly through EventBrite.

What is the dress code for this event?

Teens will be held to the KCA Code of Conduct, which includes the dress code. The dress code standards will be strictly adhered to, and students will be denied admission if these policies are neglected. The Code of Conduct and the Dress Code are shared below.

How old do you have to be to attend?

This dance is for KCA Rhetoric and high-school aged students only and their high-school-age guests. The Spring Dance is open to students who are graduating from the eighth grade in 2022. There will be no exceptions to this.

How do I purchase tickets?

You may purchase tickets through this website. You will use this link, and the link will be open until we sell all the tickets. You can purchase up to the day of the dance, but tickets will sell out for this event.

When you purchase a ticket to this event, you are committing to the Code of Conduct and the Dress Code.

May I bring a guest?

Yes, you may bring a guest that meets the age requirement and follows the KCA code of conduct while in attendance. Guests do not have to be homeschooled students and do not have to be KCA students.

What is the last day to purchase tickets? Tickets will sell out, so don't wait until the last minute!

You may purchase tickets up until the day of the dance.

What comes included with the ticket price?

The ticket price INCLUDES refreshments and light snacks. Dinner will not be provided.

What about parking for this event?  

Parking is available at the event location. Students may drive to this event, or students may be dropped at the event by a parent. (Students must be picked up no later than 11:00pm.)

Save the date, and get your tickets before they are sold out!

KCA Dance Code of Conduct

CODE OF CONDUCT AND SOCIAL STANDARDS

“Even a child is known by his actions, by whether his conduct is pure and right.” Proverbs 20:11

The Dance is a KCA sponsored event designed specifically for homeschool teens and their guests. Our goal for this event is to ensure a safe, fun, social environment that supports appropriate, enjoyable social interaction among students. To achieve a positive experience for all, registered students must read and agree to this document to ensure that everyone understands the expectations. The students are fully required to follow these guidelines.

Parents and teens should know that music at this event will include secular content (with no explicit lyrics), and it will be approved by a KCA committee. There will be no requests made to the DJ during the dance.

Open dancing, line dancing and swing dancing will be encouraged. While some slow music will be played, chaperones will hold students to a tasteful standard and will intercede if dancing is in any way less than tasteful.

GENERAL REGULATIONS

Because we are trying to maintain a safe, respectful, and appropriate environment for everyone at the event, we ask everyone to observe the following behavior guidelines. If we notice someone behaving in a way that is detrimental to this type of environment, that behavior will addressed appropriately by an adult chaperone. Continued disrespectful or inappropriate behavior will ultimately result in the student being asked to leave. The following regulations are to be followed by attendees:

1. Teens are to stay inside the building, the roof, or on the patio below while the dance is occurring. Students may not linger in the parking lots.

2.  Christian principles of appropriate behavior and attire will be expected, and these guidelines and the decisions of all chaperones are to be respected.

3. Dancing is to be tasteful.  Chaperones have the right to make corrections and/or ask someone to leave.  There will be no close body contact dancing.

5.  No outside foods, beverages, alcohol, illegal drugs, tobacco products or smoking will be allowed.

6.  This is a semi-formal event, and attendees are to care responsibly for the rented facility. There will be no running, rough-housing or playing of sports in the facility. Any damage caused to public or private property will be the responsibility of the student.

7.  The dance will end promptly at 11:00.  All teens must be picked up by 11:00 pm.  Parents can pick up students on the ground level.  

8.  Students are requested to refrain from public displays of affection. If behavior is determined to be inappropriate, students will be asked to leave.  There will be no refunds issued.

Dress Code

Our dress code provides standards to insure a modest, well-groomed appearance for all students. While fashion trends change frequently, it is up to the discretion of the chaperones whether specific clothing meets the modesty requirements or becomes a distraction to the dance environment.

General Guidelines to follow in choosing their wardrobe for the evening:

Dress at all times should be modest and in good taste. Modest, becoming dress is expected. Please use discretion to assure your selection is tasteful and above reproach.

Ladies:

NEW GUIDELINES FOR 2022 - PLEASE NOTE: Please make sure that you are within the guideline as these standards will be upheld. If you have questions about your attire, please ask before the dance.

Dress for this event can include both long and shorter dresses.

No visible undergarments—appropriate undergarments should be worn but should not show.

Dresses/skirts can be no shorter than 5 inches above the knew. While standing, measure from the top of the kneecap to the bottom hem of the garment. This distance can be no more than 5 inches. Non-see-through material must come to 5 inches above the knee. This means that if you have a section of your dress that is see-through or has a slit, the non-see-through portion should meet the above requirements.

Slits in dresses may be no higher than 5 inches to the top of the kneecap.

Test-drive your dress. Dance, lift your hands above your head, lean over, and sit. Are you just as comfortable and modest while moving as you are while standing still? Raise your arms; touch your toes. If anything shows, you may want to reconsider.

Tops and backs in dresses will follow these guidelines:

Strapless dresses are allowed, but remember that you will be moving! Strapless or off-the-shoulder tops or dresses should be selected carefully to ensure modesty.

Partially open backs are acceptable but should be in good taste. To be clear, dresses may come below the bra line but must cover the lower back. The back must be covered starting at 2 inches past (under) the natural bra line, and this material cannot be see-through. This means that your dress may dip to two inches below the bra line, but no lower.

Completely backless dresses are not appropriate for this dance.

We recognize that two-piece prom dresses are becoming popular. Please use discretion when picking these dresses, understanding that if you are out of dress code, you may be asked to leave the dance. Please do not show more than 1 inch of skin in the midriff if you choose a modest two-piece dress. (This includes any sheer material or lace that shows your skin, whether it is a two-piece dress or not.)

Final Tip: Bring a shawl or sweater in case of wardrobe malfunction.

Gentlemen:

Appropriate attire for this event includes dress slacks with a button-down shirt, a tie or a jacket or a suit and a tie. Because this event includes semi-formal attire, jeans can be worn if with semi-formal attire - a button-down shirt and a tie or jacket.

Remember the young ladies are wearing semi-formal dresses, so please dress in a corresponding fashion.

Jackets and ties may be removed during dancing.

No t-shirts or athletic clothing of any kind are suitable for this event.

The overall goal is for everyone to have an enjoyable and memorable evening. It is uncomfortable for both the chaperones and attendees to correct attire outside of the dress code. Please make sure that you are within the above guideline as these standards will be upheld. If you have questions about your attire, please ask before the dance.

Facilities

Students are expected to be good stewards of the physical resources at the building. They are also expected to be models of good citizenship by keeping the facility clean and refraining from actions that are destructive to the property or disrespectful to others.

Students are permitted to be in the dance section of the clubhouse, the outside patio, the roof of the clubhouse, and bathrooms. There are some areas of the building that are “out of bounds” to students at all times. These include, but are not limited to, the parking lot, (unless coming and going), the kitchen, and offices. Students found in these areas will be subject to disciplinary action. Students will remain under adult supervision while on the premises. Being absent from the dance without the knowledge or permission of parents or KCA staff will be treated as a disciplinary issue.

Obedience Policy

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and love your neighbor as yourself. Matthew 22:37. In all your relationships, with parents, teachers, siblings, and friends:

Respect for God and others also means respect for the property of others.

Be patient, for God is patient with you. Be patient with others at all times.

Be kind. Use your words to build each other up, not tear each other down. Build community; don’t tear it down with words or actions.

Step in when someone is being treated unfairly. Don’t let injustice continue. Know the truth, and stand for it.

Believe the best of every person whether you think they deserve it or not.

The Legal Stuff

Please read the information below. When purchasing a ticket, you are agreeing to these terms electronically as you register.

I hereby consent to the attendance of my child at the Katy Classical Academy Dance, 2022. I understand that there are some risks associated with these events, and I knowingly release KCA and its members from any and all liabilities occurring as a result of their sponsorship and management of this event.

In the event of an emergency, I hereby authorize the event directors to immediately seek medical treatment as they deem necessary.

I understand that I am responsible for all medical costs incurred. I understand that if my teen is driving to and from the event, he/she will be allowed to leave the event at the time of his/her choosing without any adult supervision.

Indemnity/Hold Harmless Agreement: In consideration of being permitted to enter property rented by Katy Classical Academy for the purposes of the KCA Dance, and using certain equipment and/or other items of personal property rented or owned by KCA, student(s) listed and their parent/guardian listed, his/her legal guardians, legal representatives, heirs and assigns (hereinafter referred to as "Releasor"), hereby releases, waives and discharges KCA and its members, leadership, sponsors and Board of Advisors, and their heirs or assigns (hereinafter referred to as "Releasees"), from all liability to the Releasor, his/her legal guardians, legal representatives, heirs and assigns, for any and all loss or damage, and any claim, demand, action, right of action or damages of whatever kind or nature at law or in equity, resulting therefrom, on account of injury (known or unknown) to Releasor's person or property, even injury resulting in death of Releasor, whether caused by the negligence of Releasees or otherwise while the Releasor is on or about any property owned by Releasees for the purpose above described. RELEASOR AGREES TO INDEMNIFY RELEASEES AND EACH OF THEM FROM ANY LOSS, LIABILITY, DAMAGE OR COST THEY MAY INCUR DUE TO THE PRESENCE OF RELEASOR IN OR UPON THE PROPERTY RENTED BY KCA FOR THE PURPOSE OF TEEN DANCE, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE.

Releasor hereby assumes full responsibility for the risk of bodily injury, death or property damage due to the negligence of Releasor, Releasees or otherwise while in or upon the property rented by KCA for the purpose of the KCA DANCE. Releasor expressly agrees that this release, waiver and indemnity agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Texas, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. This Release contains the entire agreement between Releasor and Releasees concerning the subject matter hereof; and the terms of this Release are contractual and not a mere recital. Releasor represents that he has carefully read this Release and knows and understands its contents and AGREES TO this Release as his own free act.

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