Hernando High school held our Fall Formal on Saturday night at the Lander Center in Southaven, Mississippi. The event took place from 7 P.M. to 10 P.M. and brought in a estimate of 200 hundred students. Although it was a rainy evening, the weather did not stop students from showing up ready to enjoy the night.
Students arrived in their boots and heals ready to fill the dance floor, The venue provided a large space for dancing, snacking, photo booth, and just engaging overall. Many students stated that the atmosphere was exciting and energetic from the moment they walked in. We asked various students who they thought best dressed was and our top three contestants were Stella Walker, Emma Boren, and Kyleigh Carnell. Best hair went to; Kylee Garcia, Blaire Carr, and Eden Ford. All guest and students were praised for their well coordinated looks across the dance floor. “Everyone at the dance looked perfect, in every and their own ways.”– Ivonne Marquez
One of the main highlights in the dance was the music. The DJ played many popular songs, that students knew and enjoyed. Student feed quoted “The music was a lot better than any other dance.”– Presleigh Parker how the music gave the dance life helping the energy stay high or what our students call “hype”. The excitement became so strong that some students started crowd surfing, which became the most rememberable moments.
Even with the rainy weather outside most attendees, said the dance exceeded their expectations. “The wooden dance floor really fit the theme.”– Karleigh Alford The Landers center provided a comfortable indoor environment, despite the weather outside. Allowing students to fully enjoy the night while being completely dry. Chaperones and staff members reported that the event ran smoothly with no major concerns.
Overall the Fall Formal was considered to be a success by both students and faculty. It offered an opportunity for students to take a break from school work, and spend time together in a positive and exciting atmosphere. As the night ended and students began to leave, conversations continued about the best songs that played and the outfits that stood out the most The 2025 fall formal will be remembered as a major highlight of the school year, showcasing strong school spirit, high student participation, and a memorable night that the student body brought together.
