By Alexandra Oliveira and Teagan Liphardt – Staff Reporters

Jonathan Law presented their annual Junior Cotillion on April 17 at the Patterson Club in Fairfield. 

The dance offered an opportunity for students to relax and enjoy a night away from the stress of school.

“Cotillion is a day where everyone can feel like themselves, dance freely, dress up, and spend time with friends,” Junior Student Council President McKenzie Forte said. 

Students got the chance to bond with their peers outside of the classroom.

“It’s important for our students to have fun and stay connected to each other through events throughout the year,” Principal Mr. Darcy said. “This helps build upon our positive school climate.”

The dance had a variety of food and fun music for the students to enjoy.

“I think it went great overall,” junior Aislyn McKernan said. “The food was good and I liked the music selection.”

Forte described the hard work put into planning the event and the outcome of about 100 people.

“Fundraising was scarce at the time, but with the help of my business donations as well as other student donations, we were able to choose a place that looked beautiful and provided amazing service.” Forte said.

The Patterson Club has continued to be a great destination for the Cotillion.

“We’ve held the Cotillion at the Patterson Club for the past two years and that helps it stand out,” Darcy said. “The facility is beautiful.” 

Junior Jordyn Fisher said she had a great time at the dance. 

“I enjoyed the dance because it allowed me to hangout with my friends and have fun,” Fisher said.