What should my graduation party theme be?

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Emma

Okay so my school system is weired and 6th grade is still elementary, so we are going into Jr. High School next year. I am having a graduation party with about 15 people but I don't know what to theme it. Our dance the week before we graduate is a loua theme so I don't want to take that idea.It can even be a color theme all ideas are welcome. Thanks!
P.S. It's a pool party. Sorry I forgot to say that!

Answer
Popular pool party themes include:

Caribbean magic, with appropriate music and snacks
Luaus with leis and other Hawaiian décor
Cruise ship themes with life preservers and passport party invitations
Survivor themes with team buffs, grass shelters and competitive challenges
Waterpark themes when the party is actually at a local waterpark, complete with slides, wave pools, and other diversions
The key to a great teen party theme, however, is to remember not to overdo it. Many teens would prefer an understated theme that hints at coordination instead of an outrageous theme that may backfire.

Teen Pool Party Essentials
With or without a theme, there are several basic necessities every pool party requires.
]Food
Because the party will revolve around water activities, it is best to keep food light: sandwiches, hot dogs, fruit, cookies, snow cones, and cool drinks are great options. Silverware should be limited (opt for cupcakes instead of a birthday cake, for example). Glass plates, bottles, or cups should be avoided to prevent accidents that could cut bare feet. Barbeques are great options for pool parties as well, but be sure to offer vegetarian options for conscientious teens.

Activities
Coordinated party games are not usually necessary for teen parties, but having fun pool activities available will encourage teens to entertain themselves. Beach balls and volleyballs are popular choices, as are different floating pool mats and lounges, diving sticks, and water guns. Appropriate calypso, steel drum, and beach-oriented party music (the Beach Boys are a great choice) can add even more fun and may inspire an impromptu limbo contest.
]Accessories
To make the pool party enjoyable for everyone, be sure to have a good supply of necessary pool supplies on hand, including:

Extra towels, including small towels for hair
Sunglasses or visors
Sunscreen, preferably a quick spray-on formula
Swim goggles or masks
Tanning lotion
Adequate shade from trees, umbrellas, or gazebos
Plastic bags or a safe, dry place to store clothes and other non-pool gear
Waterproof cameras to capture every splash
While most teens will bring their own supplies, having extra on hand will ensure that everyone can have a great time even if they forgot something essential. It is also advisable to have an extra swimsuit or two available if necessary.

Safety
What starts out as a fun party can quickly get out of hand with rambunctious teenage energy. To ensure pool safety, be sure the pool area is clean and free from debris that could be stepped on, tripped over, or used inappropriately. Remove unnecessary equipment (hoses, childrenâs toys, etc.) from the area to free up space and eliminate temptations, and before guests dive in, be sure they understand the safety expectations. Horseplay and dangerous stunts should not be tolerated at any time.

]Pool Fun Out of the Water
A teen pool party isnât just about having fun in the water. There are plenty of ways friends can enjoy pool-oriented activities before they dive in, and many of these activities can also be used to space out eating and swimming to prevent potential cramps or injuries.

Decorate inexpensive flip-flops, sandals, or visors
Stage a swimsuit fashion show
Play a game of beach or lawn volleyball or badminton
Arrange a land-based water fight
Enjoy some tanning time
Relax in a whirlpool if available

Hope this helped! Have Fun!

What to pack? Will be in Hawaii for 14 days what to take?

HawaiianAp

have been to Hawaii before I always pack to much or not enough, should I buy there, cheap t-shirts? I always take one pair of pants that convert to shorts, 5 pairs of shorts, 7 days underwear, 2 nice shirts, 2 pairs of shoes, we buy our toiletries there, can anyone think of anything else? Oh and buy the way we do laundry while I'm there.

Answer
You asked for it:

Maui 2006 Packing List for two + 2 1/2 year old:

â¢WEARING:
â¢Watch
â¢Sunglasses, sheath, & case
â¢Red T-shirt
â¢Teva Sandals
â¢Khaki pants
â¢Lip Balm
â¢Nylon traveling wallet with all IDs, Credit cards, &c.
â¢Cell phone
â¢Sonâs Passport (His only ID)

â¢WIFE WEARING:
â¢Clothes
â¢Sandals or shoes
â¢Green Card
â¢Purse & wallet

â¢SON WEARING:
â¢Clothes
â¢Shoes
â¢Bucket hat

â¢CHECKED BAGGAGE:
â¢Samsonite® "Ultra 3000 XLT" Expandable Upright Suiter, 29"
â¢Britax Roundabout Car Seat (leave "quick clip belt" at home, just use seat belts) Freshly washed cover!
â¢Car seat travel bag, nylon

â¢CARRY-ON BAGGAGE:
â¢Samsonite® "Ultra 3000 XLT" Side Roller Carry-On
â¢REI Flash Day Pack/Diaper Bag
â¢âSonâ

â¢IN REI FLASH DAY PACK/CARRY-ON

â¢Yogurt
â¢Cheese & crackers
â¢Sandwiches
â¢Apples & grapes
â¢Apple juice boxes for son (Now illegal!)
â¢Gatorade (also illegal, thank British hoax - no one charged)
â¢Pringles

â¢Travel neck pillow
â¢Anti-Vert prescription sea sickness meds
â¢Diapers
â¢Travel wipes package
â¢Vaseline
â¢Mesh- backed caps
â¢Bull Frog Quik Gel Sunblock, SPF 36 spray
â¢Coloring/sticker book, crayons, puppets for Son
â¢Wifeâs ID

â¢IN CARRY ON SUIT CASE:

â¢Digital Camera, case, waterproof case, two 128 MB memory cards, charger & two sets of batteries
â¢Cell phone & car charger, turned off
â¢Maui Revealed book, Maui Trailblazer book, Maui map
â¢Travel Schedule, Notes, guide book copies, notebook, pen, &c.
â¢Photo of luggage

â¢Jansport travel bath bag containing:
â¢Childrenâs Motrin liquid
â¢vitamins
â¢Dove soap
â¢Lava soap
â¢Dial Liquid Soap
â¢Shampoo
â¢Conditioner
â¢3 Toothbrushes
â¢2 Deodorants
â¢Razor
â¢Shower mirror
â¢2 Nail clippers
â¢2 Tweezers
â¢Hydrocortisone (full tube vs. sunburn)
â¢Nasal spray
â¢Nasonex
â¢Small bottle Hydrogen Peroxide in plastic bag & Q-tips
â¢Ibuprofen
â¢Chapstick with sunscreen
â¢3mm cord for clothesline
â¢Baby Powder
â¢Scrub brush for fingers/clothes/&c

â¢Extra Handkerchiefs
â¢Coppertone Sport Ultra Sweatproof/Waterproof Sunblock Lotion, SPF 30
â¢100% Rayon Aloha Shirt
â¢Green plaid hiking shirt
â¢Synthetic underwear somewhere in closet?
â¢Columbia Shorts
â¢My board shorts (Hawaiian, navy blue with white accents)
â¢New MH Wicked-T shirt, XL (navy blue) for swimming
â¢2 sarongs (Instead of beach towels, which we wonât need)
â¢Belt pouch for keys while swimming and can be used to hold sandals?

â¢Wifeâs beach/sun hat/mesh truckerâs cap?
â¢Wifeâs new swim suit
â¢Wifeâs Sunglasses & case
â¢Wifeâs flip flops or beach shoes

â¢Sonâs Aloha Shirt
â¢Matching Aloha shirt & shorts?
â¢Shorts
â¢T-Shirt
â¢Sonâs bucket hat
â¢Sonâs Teva sandals
â¢Socks (2)
â¢SPF-50 sun swimming-floatation suit
â¢Sonâs beach toys (small bucket & shovel)

â¢2 Snorkeling sets & 1 fins
â¢Anti-fog solution (J&J baby shampoo & water)
â¢Small bottle full of ½ shampoo/ ½ water for carry while snorkeling. (Leave film on lens, do not rinse off. Reapply if you rinse mask)

â¢IN CHECKED BAG:

â¢My convertible pants (1)
â¢More extra handkerchiefs

â¢? Wifeâs 2 Light and breezy tops
â¢? Wifeâs 2 Shorts or skirts or dresses
â¢Go-Lite Cap
â¢Wifeâs Teva Sandals

â¢More diapers
â¢More travel wipes packages
â¢Two swim noodles, one each for Son & Wife
â¢Life jacket for Son

â¢HIKING GEAR (In Checked Bag):

â¢Sherpani Rumba Superlight in suitcase (not recommended because it broke after three hikes)
â¢Sonâs NB shoes
â¢Sonâs Fleece sweater (For Haleakala)
â¢Sonâs Windbreaker jacket
â¢Sonâs beanie

â¢Montrail hiking shoes
â¢Hiking socks (2)
â¢Fleece vest (for Haleakala)
â¢Windbreaker jacket
â¢CamelBak backpack & drinking system
â¢Fleece beanie
â¢Long sleeved mountain hardware shirt

â¢Wifeâs New Balance Shoes
â¢Hiking shorts
â¢Wifeâs Windbreaker jacket
â¢Wifeâs fleece sweater (For Haleakala)
â¢Wifeâs Beanie (For Haleakala)

â¢2 Spandex shorts
â¢2 Golite umbrellas (For tropical July sun!)
â¢Platy folding water bladder
â¢Compass, trail map
â¢Whistles for everyone
â¢Deep Woods Off!
â¢LED Flashlight & 2 sets of rechargeable batteries
â¢Leatherman Micra tool (Must be in checked baggage!!!)
â¢First Aid Kit (Band-Aids, Neosporin, baby oil, Q-tipsâ¦)
â¢Duct Tape

â¢Zip lock baggies for marinating meats, storing foods for picnics/hiking, &c. Get lots of freezer bags!!!
â¢Sandwich bags
â¢Some waxed paperâ¦
â¢Whole grain Crackers
â¢Mustard packets
â¢Ketchup packets

We used almost everything and had few problems. Our only mistake was stopping at Cost-Co instead of just buying groceries at Safeway, because the Cost-Co packages are just two big for three people for 11 days. So we ended up with lots of left over and wasted food.

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