Tamaqua Senior High School's prom is scheduled for May 2 at Capriotti's in McAdoo. In preparation for the special event, the Tamaqua Area Student Government Association is sponsoring "Prom Promise" events from Monday through May 1.

The week will be filled with events and activities to remind students of the real dangers of drinking and driving and driver safety, especially on prom night.MONDAY: "Red Ribbon Day," when TASGA members will distribute red ribbons to vehicles in the senior and faculty parking lots.Tuesday: "Simulation Day," when students will have the opportunity to see first hand how drinking impairs their vision. During physical education classes the students will be wearing special goggles while operating golf carts.Wednesday: officers with the Tamaqua Police Department will speak to seniors about the dangers and results of drinking and driving. Special announcements will be made throughout the day by faculty, staff and administrators.THURSDAY: Key Day will be held on Thursday. Students will have the opportunity to sign a key, pledging not to drink and drive. Their names will then be entered into a drawing for a gas card.FRIDAY: The Grim Reaper will show up at the school on May 1. Throughout the day, students in study halls will be selected to "die." These students will then represent victims of drunken drivers and will pledge not to talk or participate in class for the rest of the day.