ERIC Number: EJ755688
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2004-May-19
Pages: 2
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ISSN: ISSN-0277-4232
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Alternative Proms Gain in Popularity
Richard, Alan
Education Week, v23 n37 p1, 19 May 2004
When it comes to high school proms, one size may not fit all. In this article, the author presents different alternative proms that provide safe havens or to accommodate different student interests. Some groups are providing alternative proms for students based on race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. However, several concerns over alternative proms have been raised by other groups saying that they are promoting, encouraging social segregation.
Descriptors: Student Interests, Sexual Orientation, Homosexuality, Disabilities, Ethnicity, Racial Identification, School Segregation, High Schools, High School Students, Student Diversity, School Activities, Social Life
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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