Student Dances
School dances are a social events for students, and can serve as a fundraiser for certain groups. Staff and parent volunteers ensure each dance is safe and appropriate. School policies apply regarding behavior and attire.
Tickets are not issued for entry into dances. Pius X students should bring their school ID card and/or take a picture of their school ID card to show upon entry. Outside guests must be pre-registered and have photo ID (school ID or drivers license) to enter the dance. Each student will check-in before being allowed to enter the dance area.
Students’ arrival and early departure are tracked, with parents receiving a phone call if a student leaves a dance before it concludes.
More Information
This dance is the first of the school year and is held immediately after the Fall Kickoff, and is held in our practice gym at the school.
- It’s named ‘Sweat Dance’ because students typically don athletic wear and, yeah, it can get a little warm on the dance floor.
- No guests; Pius X students only.
- All grade levels allowed.
- No pre-registration required; pay at the door.
The Homecoming Dance is held on the Saturday evening of Homecoming Week (the homecoming football game is typically played on Friday night).
- Pius X students are able to invite outside guests.
- Any pre-dance meals are up to the student.
- Formal attire is common.
- All grade levels allowed.
- Sign-ups are held a few weeks prior to the dance, with tickets sold during lunch time.
This annual event is typically held in January at the school.
- Some students follow a tradition of ‘girls ask guys’ but that is not a requirement of the dance.
- All grade levels allowed.
- A students is able to invite outside guest.
- Dancewear is formal.
- Sign-ups are held a few weeks prior to the dance, with tickets sold during lunch time.
Prom is a formal event featuring a meal and dance hosted by the school, as well as a separate event hosted by parents, Post Prom.
- The dinner/dance occurs every April/may, and is held at a Lincoln hotel ballroom. Post prom is held at the school.
- Sign-ups are held a few weeks prior to the dance, with tickets sold during lunch time.
- Students must be a senior or junior to attend, unless invited by a Pius X senior or junior.
- Outside guests are allowed.
- Attire is formal.
Winter Formal
DATE: Saturday, January 24, 2026
TIME: 7:30 - 10pm
LOCATION: Pius X High School
- Tickets: Tickets will be sold during 5th period in the commons starting next week, Monday. They will be on sale Tuesday (1/20) – Friday (1/23). They cost $10 and will NOT be sold at the door. So, get your tickets next week! Tickets are an E-ticket; however, you will not receive a QR code or an email. We will keep track of who purchases a ticket. You will need your ID at the dance check-in to confirm your ticket. If you bring an outside guest to the dance, you must complete the Guest Pass Form found in the main office and attached to this email. That needs to be completed at the time of ticket purchase.
- Dance: The dance is on Saturday (1/24) and goes from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Doors will open at 7:15 p.m. When you arrive at the dance, enter through the main doors. Remember to bring your ID.
- Check-in Procedure:
- All bags and purses must be clear.
- Gentlemen’s attire will be checked at the door for dress code compliance.
- The school will keep track of pre-approved dress documentation. The dress being worn must match the pre-approved picture to enter.
- Students must purchase tickets prior to the dance.
- There will be breathalyzers upon entrance into the dance.
- (New) Dress Approval Procedure: All dresses must be pre-approved. Please sign up here or below. Come to the front office during your scheduled time. Please reach out to Mrs. Tran or Mrs. Masur for scheduling questions. Once the dress is approved, a picture of the dress will be taken using a school iPad, and the school will keep record of it for dance admission. Ladies attending from other schools must submit dress pictures for pre-approval. Dress Check Sign-Up
- Dance Dress Code Policy
Ladies:
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- The back of the dress should be no lower than the middle of the back.
- The length, including slits, should be no shorter than fingertip length on all sides.
- Midriff and sides must be covered. Dresses must be one piece.
- Neckline must not reveal excessive cleavage or be excessively low.
- No excessively tight dresses that cause the dress to shift upward from the bottom or shift downward from the top.
- Leggings and tights are an accessory and not considered outer apparel.
- Covering up dresses that do not meet the dress code with cover-ups (coats, shawls, sweaters, etc.) do not make an otherwise inappropriate dress allowable.
- Any alterations to meet the dress code must be sewn in and not able to be removed.
Gentlemen:
- Button-down shirts or a sweater is required. Dress shirts must stay on and buttoned during the dance, including in the Commons.
- No excessively tight clothing may be worn.
- Dress slacks and shoes are required.
- No jeans or shorts are allowed.
If a student is not in compliance with dress code policy/procedure, he/she will not be allowed into the dance and parents/guardians will be contacted. Ladies’ dresses must be pre-approved, and their dress must match the pre-approval picture in order to attend the dance. Pius X students who invite guests from other schools are responsible for sharing the policy and procedure.
We look forward to Catholic Schools Week and seeing you all dressed up at the dance!
Homecoming Dance - Sept. 20
Below is a reminder of procedures and policies with updates bolded.
Check-in Procedure:
- All bags and purses must be clear.
- Gentlemen’s attire will be checked at the door for dress code compliance.
- The school will keep track of pre-approved dress documentation. The dress being worn must match the pre-approved picture to enter.
- Students must purchase tickets prior to the dance.
- There will be breathalyzers upon entrance into the dance.
(New) Dress Approval Procedure:
One consistent piece of feedback included quicker entry. An in-person dress approval will be required prior to the dance. We will have eight days, starting with January 5, with multiple time slots for dress checks at school leading up to the dance. Please sign up here or below. Come to the front office during your scheduled time.
Please reach out to Mrs. Tran or Mrs. Masur for scheduling questions. Once the dress is approved, a picture will be taken using a school iPad, and the school will keep record of it for dance admission. Ladies attending from other schools must submit dress pictures for pre-approval.
Dance Dress Code Policy
- Ladies:
- The back of the dress should be no lower than the middle of the back.
- The length, including slits, should be no shorter than fingertip length on all sides.
- Midriff and sides must be covered. Dresses must be one piece.
- Neckline must not reveal excessive cleavage or be excessively low.
- No excessively tight dresses that cause the dress to shift upward from the bottom or shift downward from the top.
- Leggings and tights are an accessory and not considered outer apparel.
- Covering up dresses that do not meet the dress code with cover-ups (coats, shawls, sweaters, etc.) do not make an otherwise inappropriate dress allowable.
- Any alterations to meet the dress code must be sewn in and not able to be removed.
- Gentlemen:
- Button-down shirts or a sweater is required. Dress shirts must stay on and buttoned during the dance, including in the Commons.
- No excessively tight clothing may be worn.
- Dress slacks and shoes are required.
- No jeans or shorts are allowed.
If a student is not in compliance with dress code policy/procedure, he/she will not be allowed into the dance and parents/guardians will be contacted. Ladies’ dresses must be pre-approved, and their dress must match the pre-approval picture in order to attend the dance. Pius X students who invite guests from other schools are responsible for sharing the policy and procedure.
Fall Kick Off and Sweat Dance
Fall Kick-Off: Aug. 23
- Begins at 7:00 pm at the field.
- The student body theme is Pius spirit. Follow the dress code outlined below.
- It costs $2 per person or $5 per family.
Sweat Dance: Aug. 23
- It begins after Fall Kick Off ends and ends at 10:30 pm. Enter through the commons doors.
- Cost is $5 per student
- Please take note of the Informal Dance Dress Policy (Pg. 35 of the Student Handbook).
- A few highlights include:
- Neckline must be modest and reveal no cleavage.
- Midriff must be covered at all times
- Shorts and skirts must lose fit. The highest point of the bottom of the shorts/skirt must extend to within 3 inches of the top of the knee.
- Please take note of the Informal Dance Dress Policy (Pg. 35 of the Student Handbook).
The following are unacceptable:
- Undershirt tank tops or cut-out/off shirts
- Hats
- Underwear cannot be showing
- Excessively tight clothing
- Inappropriate graphics or words