In the United States, a promenade dance, most commonly called a prom, is a semi-formal ( black tie) dance or gathering of high school students. This event is typically held near the end of the senior year (the last year of high school ). Proms figure greatly in popular culture and are major events among high school students. High school juniors attending the prom may call it "junior prom" while high- school seniors may call it "senior prom". In practice, this event may be a combined junior/senior dance.
At a prom, a prom king and a prom queen may be revealed. These are honorary titles awarded to students elected in a school -wide vote prior to the prom, and seniors are usually awarded these titles. Other students may be honored with inclusion in a prom court. The selection method for a prom court is similar to that of homecoming queen/ princess, king, and court. Inclusion in a prom court may be a reflection of popularity of those students elected and their level of participation in school activities, such as clubs or sports.
