Step Singing

Attendance: All Upper School students are required to attend Step Singing. Students should arrive no later than 5:15 p.m.

Guests and Seating: There will not be assigned seats for Step Singing except for the Lady of the Hall and Court guests. There is no limit to the number of individuals you may include in your party. You may choose to arrive early to select your seating; however, we request that you do not arrive before 4 p.m. Anyone sitting in or otherwise reserving seats prior to 4 p.m. will be asked to move along.

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Attire:
Attire for Academic Ceremonies
Students follow the long-established tradition of wearing white for certain academic ceremonies. Attire should be tasteful and not a significant expense. Students are encouraged to wear the same attire to more than one event. Donated white dresses are available in the upper school for students who are looking for no-cost options.

For dress at all academic ceremonies, evening wear is not appropriate. We ask that students please avoid plunging necklines, strapless dresses (unless covered by a white sweater or jacket), off-the-shoulder dresses, one-shoulder dresses, spaghetti straps (unless covered by a white sweater or jacket), backless dresses, side slits or cut-outs, tight-fitting dresses, and rompers.

Any student who has questions about these guidelines or would like to confirm that her selection is suitable for the academic  occasion may speak with the upper school or middle school deans of students in advance of the event.

Step Singing Attire
Seniors dress in all-white attire, as is the long-established tradition. This can include a white dress (knee-length or longer), a formal white pantsuit, or a white skirt (knee-length or longer) with a white blouse. Students must also wear shoes or sandals that are white or neutral in color and sensible for walking on Souby Lawn.