Although this year’s Winter Ball, taking place on Dec. 10, is significantly closer to finals week than it has been in years past, the date has yet to be a source of complaint, organizer said.

Students will revisit childhood memories of Peter Pan at this year’s “Off to Neverland”-themed Winter Ball in the Large Gym.

“We decided on ‘Off to Neverland’ because it reflects the childhood theme that we have going this year,” Sadaat said.

According to ASB vice president Izzy Albert, the theme was decided by the ASB in September.

Bid prices will start at $28 with ASB and $30 without, and continue to rise each week. While there have been some complaints about the expense, most students find the cost reasonable.

According to Albert, last year’s decision to donate some of the Winter Ball proceeds to charity contributed to even higher bid costs as well as a lower attendance.

“Instead of donating some of the money to charity this year, we’re hosting several holiday charity drives through the school such as gifts for teens and one warm coat,” Albert said. “This way, we can have lower bid prices while simultaneously encouraging students to donate items this holiday season.”

Contrary to popular belief, Winter Ball is not just a date dance. Groups are also encouraged to go either with or without dates.

Even with the busy schedules, students are looking forward to Winter Ball.

“I’m looking forward to see how people react to the decorations!” Albert said.