Prom

Our seniors' prom was held at the superb Lochside House Hotel on Thursday 6 June. It seems all our proms are held on lovely summer evenings and this one was no exception. Many guests stepped out of luxury limousines and into bright sunshine. They looked fabulous in beautiful ball gowns, suits and Highland dress for the awaiting photographers. Throughout the early evening guests were able to mingle on the terraces in the warm evening sunshine.

 Mr MacKenzie welcomed guests and, speaking for all the staff of Doon Academy, he thanked the school leavers for their contributions to the life of the school over the last several years. It was good to see former students and the large staff presence was appreciated by all.

Ainslie Limond and student organisers presented flowers to staff who had helped with the event and special thanks were given to Mrs Reid who had helped to pull the event together in the last hectic days. The dance which followed the formal dinner was enthusiastically enjoyed by students and staff. Perhaps the highlight was the 'Gagnam style' performances of Messrs McCrorie, Neill and Orr - what a show! However the whole evening was a celebration of, and a fond farewell to, the young people who lived the values of our school.

Senior Prom

The prom will take place on Thursday the 6th of June in the Lochside Hotel, Cumnock. All outstanding balances must be paid to the prom committee ASAP. This promises to be a very fun and glamorous evening. Both students and staff are looking forward to the event.

Prom

The senior students are in the process of organising their end of year school prom. The prom will have a “Las Vegas” theme, please see the prom committee for more information.

Prom on TV

Doon Academy’s school prom was a featured segment on STV’s The Hour programme. A film crew from STV visited the school on Tuesday 7th June to film a meeting of our prom organising committee. Then on the day of the prom the crew returned for a http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif‘Fly-on-the-Wall’ documentary as our pupils’ prepared for their big night. Later that evening the crew recorded pupils and staff as they partied the night away at the Western House Hotel. Our pupils gave a great account of themselves and of our local community. The programme was broadcast on Friday 17th June and Head Teacher John MacKenzie has received many positive comments from far and wide about our outstanding young people. Well done and thank you to all the pupils and staff who took part in the event.

To see our prom go to STV The Hour catch-up and watch parts 2 and 3 or follow this link.

Prom

Doon Academy’s senior prom, held at the Western House Hotel, was an outstanding success. The MC for the evening was former Head Girl from 1996, Lorna Dempsey who awarded the prizes for ‘Drama Queen’ Kyle Stewart, ‘Wise Guy’ Gavin McFadzean, ‘BrainBox’ Kyle McCormick, ‘Funny Guy’ Ritchie Lindores and ‘Rear of the Year’ Chelsea Maitland. The Loudest Teacher accolade went to Steven Kelly. Pupils, staff and guests had a delicious meal of Melon with Parma Ham, Chicken served with Vegetables and Chocolate Torte. Everyone then danced the night away to the melodic sounds of ‘Waterfront’.

Congratulations to everyone who attended and made the evening such a special event. Thank you to the Prom Committee for their superb organisation of the evening, Lorna Dempsey for being a splendid MC and to the first-class staff at the Western House Hotel.
For more pictures go to the Doon Academy Photo Gallery

Prom payments

All pupils attending the School Prom must pay their second instalment of £15 by 26th January 2011. This can be paid at the 6th year common room at lunch and break times.

Prom night

Doon Academy’s inaugural senior prom, held at the Western House Hotel, was a wonderful success. The MC for the evening was former Head Girl, from 1996, Lorna Dempsey who quizzed everyone on the school’s current events and awarded the prizes for ‘Cheeky Chappie’ to Duncan McCluskie, ‘Drama Queens’ Kyle Stewart and Kelsey Dunn, ‘Best Dressed’ Aimee McKnight, ‘Star Girl’ Stephanie Roberts and ‘Star Boy’ Lee Orr.

Pupils, staff and guests had a delicious meal of Tomato and Basil soup, Chicken served with Vegetables, Chocolate Torte, Coffee and Chocolates. Everyone then danced the night away to the melodic sounds of ‘Waterfront’. Congratulations to everyone who attended and made the evening such a special event. Thank you to the Prom Committee for their superb organisation of the evening, Lorna Dempsey for being a splendid MC and to the first-class staff at the Western House Hotel.

For more pictures go to the photo gallery.

Prom fundraising

The Seniors held a very successful Bake Sale to raise money for their prom
to be held in June. The home baking treats were very popular with pupils and staff and the seniors thank everyone who purchased goodies from them.

School Prom

All pupils attending the School Prom must pay their first instalment of £12 by 29th January 2010. This can be paid at the Sixth Year common room at lunch and break times.