BRICK – The glitz and glamour of prom is just a couple months away. Students at Brick Memorial High School have taken the initiative to raise funds with their first ever silent dress auction.
Over 200 colorful dresses, for any occasion but mostly prom dresses, where successfully sold by high school students.
The event, held on February 8 in the school library, was organized by the BMHS Class of 2025 and advised by Mrs. Rebecca Decker and Mrs. Bridget Petrulla.
Junior Keira Miley came up with the idea for the silent auction to showcase the creativity and initiative of the students. The dresses featured in the auction were generously donated by the staff and Brick community. They raised over $600, selling about 50 to 75 dresses to attendees.
Supporting the event and making an appearance were Principal Ed Sarluca, Mrs. Rivera, Mr. Stefanelli, Mrs. Stanley, Mrs. Harzer, Mr. Decker, and Mrs. Hobbs.
The money raised from the event will go towards food and entertainment for the junior prom, which takes place on May 3 in the Brick Memorial Gymnasium.
The Class of 2025 will continue their fundraising efforts by selling the remaining dresses after school. If all the dresses are not sold, they plan to donate the surplus to local libraries to ensure the community continues to benefit from this charitable event. Many library branches in the area host Prom Dress Giveaways to students, free of charge.
Advisors Rebecca Decker and Bridget Petrulla expressed their pride in the students who worked hard to put together this event.
“We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication shown by the Class of 2025,” said Mrs. Decker. They plan on making the silent auction an annual event.
“Their efforts have not only raised funds for a memorable junior prom but also showcased their leadership and organizational skills,” Mrs. Petrulla said.
“Brick Memorial High School is proud of the event and the students’ commitment to making a positive impact in their community. Hopefully, this continues as a new tradition at BMHS and grows each and every year,” the school district said.
In addition to the silent auction, many local businesses and organizations contributed to the event’s success by donating gift cards for raffle baskets. This included: MeeMoms, Sunshine Daydream, Stella Luna, the Class of 2024, and the Miley Family.
