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By Gillian Rees – News Editor

After a year of lockdowns and masks, the seniors at Jonathan Law High School finally got the prom they almost missed.

Quassy Amusement Park in Middlebury opened its doors to hold the event on May 12.

“I am so grateful that we were able to hold a special event for The Class of 2021,” Law Principal Dr. Thompson said. “Combining the prom and post prom on a beautiful spring night was awesome. The seniors look great and everyone had a wonderful time. Even the Governor came to check it out”

The senior class had an eventful evening at Quassy as they spent the night dancing, eating and indulging into the amusement park’s amenities. The park opened up their rides and arcade after operation hours specifically for this event. 

“I couldn’t be happier to give this class something special after all that they have been through,” Senior Class Advisor Mrs. Francisco said. “It feels even better that I’ve heard so many of the seniors had a great time.”

One student who was a major contributor to the event planning was senior class president Angel Santiago. After many meetings with administration and much planning, Santiago became excited to help deliver the event to his classmates. 

“As class president I was very involved in the making of prom,” Santiago said. “I was extremely happy with how my fellow class officers and I were able to coordinate the night and have the most fun.”

From collaboration among the Senior Student Council, Jonathan Law administrators and the Milford school board, the senior prom turned from ideas to a reality. The night was filled with traditional prom events and thrilling amusement park activities.

Prior to the event, seniors were given the opportunity to cast their votes for prom king and prom queen. Among the many submissions and votes, Madi Jolley was crowned queen and Brian Zirkel was crowned king. 

“I was not expecting to win,” Jolley said. “When they announced my name I was extremely surprised. It was such an energy-filled moment as everyone was cheering.”

Thompson was filled with joy to be able to deliver this evening to the senior class. Among other Jonathan Law community members, Thompson was waiting at the entrance of the amusement park when the seniors arrived. 

“It has been a real challenge for all of us this year and to have a special night for this special class was great,” Thompson said. “It was a different kind of venue but it’s been a different kind of year and like everything we do at Jonathan Law, we made the most out of the night. I love this class and I am so glad this special night occurred for them. I am working on graduation and we all want to make the end of the year the most memorable it can be for The Class of 2021.”