Friday, June 12 marked the last day of exams for Strath Haven high school students, but the school buses did not take them all home. Instead, some rising Strath Haven seniors came to Plush Mills, to join our residents in our “Senior Prom” celebration.

Smiles and laughter filled the room as students entered, meeting residents and making conversation. Over a buffet lunch, students shared stories from their 2009 junior prom last month, and Plush Mills residents recalled the proms and soirees of their youth.

Helen Sherman (l.) and James Innelli (r.)

Ayana Dunn and Madge McFadden

A student band featuring Kevin Seelaus (l.) provided live music and the dance floor was soon filled. Residents like Berni deCampli (c.)showed they have not lost a step, as they taught high schoolers including Michael Psitos (r.) a few moves and danced the afternoon away.

Lainy Painter tours the dance floor with her proud grandfather Fred Dauterich.

The 2009 “Senior Prom” was a great success thanks to the enthusiasm of the Strath Haven students and gracious hospitality of Plush Mills and its residents.