Prom 2025 Information

Camarillo Ranch House
Friday, April 25
7:30 to 11:30pM

 

 

PROM INFORMATION 2025

Question & Answer Sheet: Please Read Carefully

Where and when is Pacifica’s Prom?
Prom is at the Camarillo Ranch House.
The event will be held on Friday, April 25 from 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Much of the prom area will be outside on grass. Dress accordingly.

What is the theme of Prom?
"Once Upon a Bayou"

What are the ticket prices for Prom?
Tickets are sold individually.
April 1 -7
$120 cash for PHS students. (only seniors and juniors can purchase)
$125 for non-PHS guests.
+$5 additional charge for credit cards/ApplePay
April 8 -21
$125 cash for PHS students. (only seniors and juniors can purchase)
$130 for non-PHS guests.
+$5 additional charge for credit cards/ApplePay

When do Prom tickets go on sale? For how long?
Tuesday, April 1 to Monday, April 21. 
The ticket price will increase on Tuesday, April 8.
(Please note: Tickets will NOT be sold after April 21.)

What is included in the Prom ticket?
Admittance to the Prom, dinner, dancing, and entertainment/activities.
Dinner menu & list of activities will be posted soon.

Where do I buy my Prom tickets?
Tickets will be on sale at the ASB Bookkeeper window before school, nutrition, and at lunch beginning Tuesday, April 1.
Do NOT go to the bookkeeper during class time.

If bringing a guest, you will need to fill out a guest pass (available March 17) and turn it in to Mr. Castañón.
He will then email you once the guest is approved. You can then purchase your guest ticket.

Only cash and credit cards (with service charge) will be accepted.
Credit & Debit Cards must be in the student’s name.  Sorry, no checks. 

What do you need when you buy Prom tickets?
• Good Attendance  - no absence/tardy issues, no pending Saturday schools or unserved detentions.
Students with poor attendance will not be allowed to go to Prom, per administration
• Make sure any overdue textbooks are turned
• All outstanding fees have been paid.
• You have good behavior - no suspensions.
• Guest passes are required for non-PHS guests. (Available in the ASB room March 17)

Who can buy tickets? Who can go to Prom?
Only Seniors and Juniors may buy tickets.
Sophomores and Freshmen can go as invited dates. (No guest pass needed if from PHS)

When are guest passes available?
Guest passes are available in the ASB Room starting Monday, March 17.
The last day to turn in a completed guest pass is Thursday, April 10.

How old can my Prom guest be?
Guests must be no younger than high school Freshmen or no older than 20 per District Ed. Code.
Your completed guest pass must be turned in to Mr. Castañón for Administrative approval before buying your tickets.

Where do I turn in my guest pass?
If bringing a non-PHS guest, you will need to turn in your completed guest pass to Mr. Castañón in the ASB Room. He will submit the pass to Administration for approval. Once your guest is approved, he will then  email you so your can buy your tickets.
Allow 2 days for approval.
Guest tickets will need to be bought at the same time as the PHS Student ticket.

How many guests can I bring?
Only ONE guest per student.
Both student and their guest must enter Prom together.

Will I be given a ticket for Prom?
You will need your current 2024-2025 PHS ID or StudentVue and your receipt to enter.
At prom check-in, a scanner will read your ID card and you will be given wristband.
Be sure to have your ID and receipt.
More check-in details on this site the week of Prom.

How should I dress for Prom?
Prom is a “semi-formal” event.
Students generally wear dresses or a suit/tuxedo. Remember to keep it “classy”.

Can I take I drive or take a limo to Prom? What is the address for Camarillo Ranch House?
Yes, you may. You will need to park on the side streets.
You will NOT be able to go back to your car/limo after you have entered prom.
The address is 201 Camarillo Ranch Rd, Camarillo, CA 93012

Can I be driven to the event? 
Yes, you may be driven to Prom. There will be a drop off area in front of the venue.

Will there be buses to take students to Prom? 
No. We will not have buses this year.

When is the latest I can arrive to Prom?
Check in at the Ranch House will end at 8:30pm.
NO ONE WILL BE ADMITTED AFTER 8:30pm. 

What is not allowed inside the Prom site?
All students and guests entering Prom will go through a security check.
The following is not allowed inside the facility: gum, open mint containers, chains, canes, glow in the dark items, lighters/matches, water bottles, sharp objects, markers/pens/pencils, any illegal contraband (alcohol/drugs). Don’t bring them.

Will I be given a refund if I or my guest have a problem at security check or during prom and are asked to leave?
No. No refunds will be given for unacceptable behavior.

What time will dinner be served and what are we eating?
Dinner will be a classic-style buffet served from 8:00-9:30pm. Dessert will be served at 9:30pm.
The menu will be available online soon.
All food and beverage is included in your Prom price.
As an all-inclusive event, you will not be refunded for dinner if you choose not to eat at prom.

What if I am vegetarian or have a special diet/food allergies?
Please let Mr. Castañón know before April 21 so that he can work with the caterers to provide a meal that will meet your dietary needs.

Will there be a coat check at Prom?
Yes, there will be a complementary coat check at the event.
Only coats, shoes, and purses will be accepted at check in.
We will not hold cell phones or other electronic devices.

What time will formal photos begin and where will they be?
How much are the pictures?
Monarch Photography will be taking pictures at the prom venue from 7:30-9:00pm.
Photo prices will be available online soon.

Can my parent buy my ticket on campus during the school day?
Yes, but please call Yolanda Chavira, our bookkeeper, at 278-5020 before going over so she can be available to sell the tickets. 
Bookkeeper window opens daily at 7:45am and closes at 3:30pm. (3:00pm on Thursdays)

Can I buy my ticket over the phone?
No. We do not sell tickets over the phone.

Can I buy my Prom ticket online?
No. Tickets must be bought in person at the Bookkeeper window.

Can I buy my ticket at Prom?
No. The last day to purchase tickets is Monday, April 21.
No tickets will be sold at the Camarillo Ranch House.

What if I’m unable to go to Prom after buying a ticket? Can I get a refund?
In order to get a full refund, you must notify Mr. Castañón or Mrs. Chavira, bookkeeper, by Tuesday, April 22.
After that date you may be able to get a partial refund, as we will have submitted our meal totals to the caterer.
(An exception will be made for EXTREME circumstances only).

When are Prom Royalty nominations & elections?
Nominations for Prom Royalty will take place in early April before Spring Break.
(Only seniors can be Prom Royalty. Only seniors can nominate.)
Top 6 senior nominees will be placed on the ballot.
Voting takes place prom night - only PHS students in attendance can vote.
Two nominees will be elected for Prom Royalty.

What if I have a question about Prom not listed here?
Come by the ASB room at nutrition or lunch and ask Mr. Castañón.
Email phstritonsasb@oxnardunion.org