By: Bianca Pando, Entertainment Editor

As April comes closer, juniors and seniors here at Mills High School are starting to grow more and more excited. It could be because of the much-anticipated Spring break, meaning a whole week of relaxation that we all desperately deserve. But, it could  also be because one of the most looked-forward events in high school is fast approaching, well of course, it’s prom season! Around this time, students are rushing to purchase their tickets before the prices go up and either going to stores in-person or online for the dress or suit of their dreams. All this is done in the  hopes of having  an unforgettable night. With the theme being  “City on the Bay,” a lot of the excitement is building up, looking forward to the night on April 19th, 2025. And with that, let’s explore a bit further, like for example, the location of this incredible celebration. 

This year, we as Mills students get to experience a rare and exciting opportunity, happening only one in every four years. Our own prom will be hosted on the water! What a way to make this event even more special. Because of this unique opportunity, there’s no surprise on why everyone is eager to attend. What’s even more exciting is knowing the famous people who have been on this vessel. Legendies like Ben Ainslie and Robin Knox-Johnson could only dream of something like this. It’s not just any boat either, but an actual masterpiece, that the famous Popeye would have called it his personal favorite. It’s rich in history and the fact that we get to experience it only adds to the appeal of this prom. So let’s see the amazing piece that we’ll be on and experience on the open water. 

This boat was truly marked by time, one of a kind, a classic if you will. It’s a bit vintage, but that only adds to the appeal. Although it may look compacted to the normal human eye, it is truly charming and built with a craftsmanship you don’t find nowadays. Every polished wooden board and every inch truly tells a story, one that describes all its adventure and elegance. Well yes of course, the sailboat we have rented is truly amazing, bringing us closer as a community, both emotionally and physically. Seriously, this prom is once in a lifetime. Instead of having a boring, slow big boat, wouldn’t you rather have an exciting, faster, smaller sailboat? We’ll be flying through the water with ‘Party in the USA’ playing in the background, tracking through the water and hiking out too. Well then Vikings, go get those tickets quick before they run out!