DARE TO STAND OUT- THE LEDGE
CHICAGO AT YOUR FEET
The Ledge transforms how visitors experience Chicago. At 1,353 feet up, The Ledge’s glass boxes extend out 4.3
feet from the skyscraper’s Skydeck on the 103rd floor, providing never-before-seen views of the city.
The tower is a world-renowned building, a Chicago icon.
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE
WILLIS TOWER?
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Willis Tower is 1,450 feet (443 meters) high – 1,730 feet (520 meters) including twin antenna towers.
Willis Tower is the twelfth-tallest building in the world; it is the second tallest building in the North America and the
Western Hemisphere, standing 1,450 feet and 110 stories tall.
The Skydeck is the highest observation deck in the United States.
Willis Tower is home to the highest public viewing area in the United States.
The Skydeck is 1,353 feet (412 meters) above the ground.
The lowest level of Willis Tower is 43 feet (13 meters) below the Franklin St. elevation.
The combined weight of the building is 222,500 tons – that’s 445,000,000 lbs., 201,849,000 kg, or almost 20,000
city buses!
The cost of building Willis Tower was in excess of $150 million.
Willis Tower opened in 1973 and took 2,000 workers 3 years to build. It took the Ancient Egyptians 20 years to
build the pyramids at Giza.
The building has 4.5 million gross square feet (418,064 gross square meters) of floor space; or roughly 101
football fields.
On a clear day, you can see four states – Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Michigan. Visibility from the Skydeck is
approximately 40-50 miles (65 – 80 kilometers).
The average sway of the building is approximately 6 inches (152 millimeters) from true center, but the building is
designed to sway up to 3 feet.
Willis Tower has approximately 16,100 bronze-tinted windows.
6 roof-mounted robotic window washing machines clean all 16,100 windows.
Willis Tower elevators operate as fast as 1,600 feet (488 meters) per minute – among the fastest in the world.
Willis Tower was designed for more than 12,000 occupants.
Approximately 25,000 people enter the building each day.
Approximately 1.5 million tourists visit the Skydeck each year.
The Ledge’s glass boxes extend out 4.3 feet from the skyscraper’s Skydeck on the 103rd floor. Each box weights
7,500 lbs.
The Ledge’s glass boxes are comprised of three layers of half-inch thick glass laminated into one seamless unit.
The Ledge’s boxes have a thin film over the top layer of glass that assures a clear view 1,353 feet straight down!
The Ledge’s glass boxes are designed to retract into the building, allowing easy access for cleaning and
maintenance.
The Ledge is built to withstand four tons of pressure and can hold 10,000 lbs.!
The Ledge has what is called “heat tracing” to melt snow off the glass.
TTHS Prom 2017 - “Under the City Lights”
Please take this information home to review with your parents and/or guardians.
Prom flyer, Eligibility Form, Dress code, Date Request Form
Monday,
January 23, 2017
TUESDAY
FEBRUARY 14TH
AND
THURSDAY,
FEBRUARY 16TH
(REGULAR SALES)
TUESDAY,
FEBRUARY 28TH
AND THURSDAY,
MARCH 2nd
(REGULAR SALES)
Tuesday, March 14TH
(FINAL DATE)
2017 Prom Packets are available in your counselors office, online and in the
attendance center (room 114)
Prom tickets will be sold for $145 per person afterschool between 3:00pm –
4:00pm in the bursar’s office room 184. The following steps must be completed
in order to purchase a ticket:
 Signed dress code form
 Guest permission form(if your date does not attend TTHS)
 PLAN on file in the CCC w/ Mrs. King
 College & Career Portfolio Completion
 All Outstanding fees must be paid
*Students who complete the 2017-2018 FAFSA will receive a $20 discount!!
Prom tickets will be sold for $145 per person afterschool between 3:00pm –
4:00pm in the bursar’s office room 184. The following steps must be completed
in order to purchase a ticket:
 Signed dress code form
 Guest permission form(if your date does not attend TTHS)
 PLAN on file in the CCC w/ Mrs. King
 College & Career Portfolio Completion
 All Outstanding fees must be paid
*Students who complete the 2017-2018 FAFSA will receive a $20 discount!!
FINAL DATE TO PURCHASE - Prom tickets will be sold for $165 per person
afterschool between 3:00pm – 4:00pm in the bursar’s office room 184. The
following steps must be completed in order to purchase a ticket:
 Signed dress code form
 Guest permission form(if your date does not attend TTHS)
 PLAN on file in the CCC w/ Mrs. King
 College & Career Portfolio Completion
 All Outstanding fees must be paid
*Students who complete the 2016-2017 FAFSA will receive a $20 discount!!
Thursday, April 13th
Petition for Prom Court Forms are due to Mrs. Moody in room 233 
Saturday, April 22nd
11am ~ 1pm
TTHS Garden Room
Pre - Prom Brunch - Music, Light Refreshments, Prom Court Voting
Prom Favors & Tickets will be distributed at the celebration
All TTHS students attending prom must be present.
TTHS Prom 2017
“Under The City Lights”
Date
Place:
Phone & Website
Theme Colors:
Tickets:
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Pictures:
Menu:
Favors:
Directions:
Time:
Parking:
Entrance:
Dress:
Saturday, May 6, 2017 ~ 7-11pm
SKYDECK CHICAGO
233 South Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL
877-SKYDECK
http://theskydeck.com
Onyx, Gold, White, Silver, Shades of Blue
You must have a valid school ID to buy a ticket. No “couple” tickets
will be sold. Each person must have his/her own ticket.
Prom Packets will be available in your counselor’s office, online and
in the attendance center.
Signed dress code form
Guest permission form(if your date does not attend TTHS)
PLAN on file in the CCC w/ Mrs. King
College & Career Portfolio Completion
All Outstanding fees must be paid
Cash & Money Order ONLY
Money orders should be made payable to:
Thornton Township High School.
No personal checks will be accepted!!!
Tickets will be distributed at the Pre-Prom Brunch on Saturday, April 29th
11am~1pm ~ TTHS Garden Room
See enclosed Picture Packet
Elegant Dinner Buffett, Assorted Dessert Bar , Unlimited Soda & Juice Bar
Pre - Prom Brunch - Music, Light Refreshments, Prom Court Voting. Prom
Favors & Tickets will be distributed at the celebration
All TTHS students attending prom must be present.
Visit www.mapquest.com or www.googlemaps.com
Doors will open at 7:00pm. You must arrive by 8:30 pm to ensure prom
entrance. After 8:30pm, students and their guests will not be allowed to
enter. No refunds will be given.
Tower Parking – The parking lot is located directly across the street
from the venue. Cost: $15
TT students must have their school ID & ticket for entry. All guests must
also have a picture ID
If your attire is deemed unacceptable, and does not adhere to the dress code,
you will not be admitted to the Prom.
NO REFUNDS!!! NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
IF WEARING A DRESS:
• DRESSES MUST BE A FORMAL, OR
AFTER FIVE EVENING GOWN
•BARE SKIN CANNOT BE EXPOSED
AROUND THE MIDRIFF
•CUT OUTS ARE NOT PERMITTED
Bare Skin
Cut-Outs
•SHEER MESH COVERINGS OVER
CUT OUTS ARE NOT PERMITTED
Low Back
•CLEAVAGE AREA MUST BE
COVERED
•DRESS SPLITS CANNOT BE HIGHER
THAN THREE INCHES ABOVE THE
KNEE
•THE BACK OF THE DRESS MUST BE
AT LEAST THREE INCHES ABOVE THE
WAIST
Cut-Outs
Sheer Mesh
Covering
•WEARING FORM-FITTING
JUMPSUITS, CATSUITS, OR BODY
SUITS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED
•SHAWLS, JACKETS, WRAPS, OR ANY
OTHER COVERINGS CANNOT BE
WORN OVER ATTIRE THAT DOES
NOT MEET THESE GUIDELINES
Cut-Outs
Too Short
SAFETY PINS WILL NOT BE
ALLOWED TO CORRECT
INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE!!!
IF WEARING A SUIT:
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No Jeans / Gym Shoes
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SUITS MUST BE AN AFTER
FIVE TUXEDO OR FORMAL
WEAR
GANG PARAPHENALIA IS
PROHIBITED
HEAD SCARVES ARE NOT
ALLOWED
FORMAL SHOES MUST BE
WORN
NO JEANS - NO GYM SHOES)
FORMAL HATS ARE
ALLOWED
HATS MUST BE REMOVED
UPON ENTRY
Split too high
TTHS Prom 2017
“Under the City Lights”
PETITION FOR PROM COURT 2017
Student Name _________________________________________________ID#___________________
Address_____________________________________________________________________________
Home Phone #__________________________________Cell Phone#____________________________
Students who wish to run for Prom Court must meet all of the following requirements:
 A cumulative grade point average of at least a 2.0 (must be verified by your counselor).
 No social probation listings, suspensions, or excessive attendance issues (must be
verified by your dean)
 College & Career Portfolio Completion
 All Seniors Must have a plan on file with Mrs. King in the CCC
 Must be on target for 2017 graduation (May or July)
Has met minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA Requirement ______________________________________
Counselor Signature
No social probation listings, suspensions, or excessive attendance issues for the current school year
___________________________________________________________
Dean Signature
IN ADDITION, YOU MUST SECURE THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF AT LEAST 3
OF YOUR TEACHERS, AS WELL AS THE SIGNATURES OF 25 MEMBERS OF
YOUR SENIOR CLASS.
Teachers, please submit your recommendation for the above listed student to be nominated for
the 2017 Prom Court.
Teachers Printed Name __________________________________Signature_______________________
Teachers Printed Name __________________________________Signature_______________________
Teachers Printed Name __________________________________Signature____________________
Nomination Forms due to Mrs. Moody in room 233 no later than
Thursday, April 13th ***
PETITION FOR PROM COURT 2017
(SENIORS ONLY!!!)
(Please Print)
Student Name ________________________________________ID#_____________________________
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Student Signature
TTHS Prom 2017
“Under The City Lights”
PROM ATTIRE GUIDELINES
THE PROM EXPERIENCE SHOULD BE LOOKED UPON AS A SHOWCASE OF ELEGANCE, STYLE, SOPHISTICATION, AND GOOD
TASTE. KEEPING THIS IN MIND, A COMMITTEE OF FACULTY, PARENTS AND STUDENTS HAVE MET AND PREPARED THE
FOLLOWING PROM ATTIRE GUIDELINES FOR ALL STUDENTS AND THEIR GUESTS.
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IF WEARING A SUIT:
SUITS MUST BE AN AFTER FIVE
TUXEDO OR FORMAL WEAR
GANG PARAPHENALIA IS PROHIBITED
HEAD SCARVES ARE NOT ALLOWED
FORMAL SHOES MUST BE WORN (NO
GYM SHOES)
FORMAL HATS ARE ALLOWED
HATS MUST BE REMOVED UPON
ENTRY
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STUDENTS WHO ARE IN DOUBT OF
ACCEPTABLE ATTIRE SHOULD
BRING A PICTURE TO
Mrs. Strong (room 233)
Mrs. Proudfoot ( room 385)
Ms.Lupesco(room111)
Ms. Russell (room 100-main office)
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IF WEARING A DRESS:
DRESSES MUST BE A FORMAL, OR AFTER FIVE
EVENING GOWN
BARE SKIN CANNOT BE EXPOSED AROUND THE
MIDRIFF
CUT OUTS ARE NOT PERMITTED
SHEER MESH COVERINGS OVER CUT OUTS ARE NOT
PERMITTED
CLEAVAGE AREA MUST BE COVERED
DRESS SPLITS CANNOT BE HIGHER THAN THREE
INCHES ABOVE THE KNEE
THE BACK OF THE DRESS MUST BE AT LEAST THREE
INCHES ABOVE THE WAIST
WEARING FORM-FITTING JUMPSUITS, CATSUITS, OR
BODY SUITS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED
SHAWLS, JACKETS, WRAPS, OR ANY OTHER
COVERINGS CANNOT BE WORN OVER ATTIRE THAT
DOES NOT MEET THESE GUIDELINES
SAFETY PINS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO CORRECT
INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE!!!\
THORNTON STUDENTS AND/OR THEIR GUESTS WHO DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE
GUIDELINES WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO THE PROM.
STUDENTS NOT ADMITTED DUE TO ATTIRE WILL NOT RECEIVE A REFUND. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
THOSE STUDENTS OR GUESTS WHO ALTER THEIR ATTIRE AFTER BEING ADMITTED TO PROM
WILL BE ESCORTED FROM THE EVENT AND WILL NOT RECEIVE A REFUND.
THORNTON CHAPERONES / STAFF MEMBERS WILL BE AT THE DOOR TO ENSURE THAT
THE PROM GUIDELINES ARE FOLLOWED. THORNTON STAFF RESERVES THE RIGHT
TO REVOKE ADMITTANCE FOR INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE.
STUDENTS WHO PURCHASE TICKETS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FOLLLOWING THE DRESS CODE DESCRIBED IN THIS
BULLETIN AND ALSO COMMUNICATING THIS INFORMATION TO THEIR DATES.
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NAME OF TTHS STUDENT
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STUDENT ID #
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YR. IN SCHOOL
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SIGNATURE OF THORNTON STUDENT
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PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE
_______________________________________
PARENT/GUARDIAN PHONE NUMBER
***Form must be completed for ticket purchase***
Thornton Township High School 2017 Prom Code of Conduct/Date Form
Submit to Mrs. Russell (room 100) for approval FIRST!! Once approved, she will return the form to
Mrs. Moody & you will be allowed to purchase your guest ticket.
ALL DATE FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO MS.RUSSELL BY MARCH 1stT!!!!!!
Every student attending the prom with a guest that DOES NOT attend TTHS must have their guest complete this form.
Please read and sign below.
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The Prom is a TTHS event; therefore, all TTHS policies,
procedures, and regulations apply. No guest shall possess,
use, distribute, sell, possess with intent to distribute or sell,
be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, including any
unauthorized prescription drug, tobacco, and/or any other
controlled substance before, during, or after the Prom. Such
activities are strictly prohibited by state law as well as
school policy and procedure. Anyone found in violation of
this policy will be referred to the authorities and referred
for school discipline on the first day of return to the school.
Parents/Guardians are strongly encouraged to monitor and
supervise all activities before and after the Prom.
Improper behavior will result in automatic dismissal from
the Prom.
All bags and personal belongings are subject to search.
All guests are required to present a picture ID to the staff
members at the check-in table upon their arrival to the
Prom. The administration reserves the right to deny
admittance to the Prom at their discretion.
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The TTHS student and his/her guest must enter the dance at
the same time. Individuals who are not enrolled at
TTHS will not be admitted to the Prom alone. Once a
student or the student’s guest exits the Prom, there will be
no re-entry. NO EXCEPTION. When attendees exit the
Prom, they must leave the premises and not return.
Loitering is prohibited and may result in disciplinary
action, including trespassing charges.
The dress code is formal and will be enforced. The TTHS
dress code will be enforced. Students who do not follow
the dress code will not be admitted, even with a ticket.
Refunds will not be made.
Prom tickets are not transferable. Every ticket presented at
the check-in table on the night of the Prom must match the
school’s ticket roster in terms of ticket number and name of
ticket holder. Any discrepancies will lead to the individuals
associated with this issue not being admitted to the Prom.
All guests must be 21 and under to attend the prom.
NON-Thornton Township High School Students / Guests MUST have the bottom section of this form completed and signed by a current school
administrator, professor/dean, employer, commanding officer, pastor or mentor along with a copy of a picture ID (School ID, Driver’s License or
State ID Card, Work ID, etc.). This form must be submitted to Mrs. Russell no later than MARCH 1st!!. The guest will also need to present
their ID the night of the Prom. Any date over 21 is not permitted.
As a TTHS student, I understand that all school rules apply at school functions, and I will take the responsibility to inform my date of these rules
Signature of TTHS Student________________________________________________________
Date______________________________
AS THE PARENT OF THE ABOVE TTHS STUDENT, I FIND HIS/HER DATE TO BE A RESPONSIBLE PERSON AND I
RECOMMEND HIS/HER DATE AS AN ACCEPTABLE GUEST FOR THUS TTHS HIGH SCHOOL FUNCTION.
Signature of Parent of TTHS Student___________________________________________ Date____________________________
Name of Guest______________________________________________ Date of Birth__________________Age_______________
Address of Guest__________________________________________________________Grade in School______________________
Phone Number of Guest____________________________________________________School of Guest_______________________
AS THE PRINCIPAL/ADMINISTRATOR OF THE SCHOOL THIS STUDENT ATTENDS, I VERIFY THAT HE/SHE IS A
STUDENT IN GOOD STANDING.
Signature of School Principal/Administrator of Guest __________________________________________________Date_______________
Phone number of Administrator__________________________________________
(School Seal) Please imprint with school seal.
If the above guest is a student and has the signature of their school administrator and school seal, this section does not need to
be filled out. If you are not a student you MUST have a character witness name and phone number. A character witness can
be the following ONLY, an employer or former employer, former teacher, or pastor. REFERENCES CANNOT BE A
PARENT OR RELATIVE.
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EMPLOYER/CHARACTER WITNESS NAME
Title or relationship to guest
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Signature of Employer/Character Witness
Phone Number (Between 8:00am & 4:00pm)
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TTHS Administrator Approval Signature
Due at the time of ticket purchase WITH ADMIN APPROVAL!!!
TTHS Prom 2017
“Under The City Lights”
JUNIOR / SENIOR PROM AGREEMENT FORM
Student Name: ______________________________________________________
ID#__________________
Grade____________
I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PROM IS SPONSORED BY THORNTON TOWNSHIP HIGH
SCHOOL. THE EVENT WILL BE A CELEBRATION OF SUCCESS AND A DIGNIFIED
EXPERIENCE FOR ALL STUDENTS IN ATTENDANCE. IN AN EFFORT TO ENSURE THE
QUALITY OF THE AFFAIR, CERTAIN GUIDELINES MUST BE AGREED UPON BY THE
STUDENTS AND THE PARENT / GUARDIAN
Student Initial______________
Guardian Initial________________
Dress Code: All students and guests must follow the prom attire guidelines
previously listed in this packet. Information is also available on the school website.
Failure to comply with the dress code will prohibit entry. No exceptions. There are
no refunds.
Student Initial______________ Guardian Initial________________
Behavior: All guests are expected to behave in a manner that displays respect for
self and others. Disruptions will not be tolerated.
Student Initial______________ Guardian Initial________________
***Form must be completed for ticket purchase***
TTHS Prom 2017
“Under The City Lights”
Requirements for Prom Ticket Purchase
Must be on track for 2017 Graduation
 College & Career Portfolio Completion
 All Seniors Must have a plan on file with Mrs. King in the CCC
 Must be on target for 2017 graduation (May or July)
 All School fees must be paid
All students MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING FORMS TO PURCHASE A TICKET
1-Prom Attire Guidelines
1a.Code of Conduct / Date form (if your date does not attend THORNTON!!)
2. Junior Senior Prom Agreement Form
3. Requirements for Ticket Purchase Form
Student Name: ______________________________________________________
ID# __________________Grade____________
Student is on track for 2017 graduation _____________________________________________
(Counselor Signature)
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**3 year students (minimum 11 academic credits**)
No social probation listing, no excessive number of suspensions, no excessive attendance
issues_______________________________
(Dean Signature)
Student has a PLAN of file in the CCC _______________________________
(Mrs. King)
Student had completed the FAFSA ___________________________________
(Mrs. King or Mrs. Moody)