P DEBUTANTE PRO GRAM

Expanding Horizons for Today’s High School Women to

be the Leaders of Tomorrow

ThE PlANO SyMPhONy DEBUTANTE PROGRAM is an educational program designed to enhance the social, cultural and volunteer skills of young women in high school. Debutante candidates are selected during their sophomore year in high school and are presented at a formal Debutante Presentation Ball in their senior year. Our debutante candidates attend fashion events, educational sessions, social etiquette sessions, concerts and social parties. Since 2003, the debutante program is designed to prepare the young women for college and beyond.

• Over three decades of successful seasons• Highly decorated Maestro Hector Guzman• Professional orchestra comprised of musicians with

degrees from top music schools and conservatories• Sold-out concerts • Arts leader in Collin County and well-respected

throughout the state• Concert attendees from more than 30 North Texas

communities including Allen, Carrollton, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Plano, Richardson and Wylie

• Tremendous cultural and economic impact on North Texas communities

• Reaches over 40,000 children through the EncoreYouth Education Program

Mission stateMentIt is the mission of the Plano Symphony Orchestra

to inspire, educate, entertain and involve the children, youth and adults of our community in the

enjoyment of great music.

“The Plano Symphony Debutante Program has groomed and prepared me for success in life. From the various roles I’ve held as a cheerleader captain /HBU representative, business student, and business professional – PSD taught me social etiquette, the importance of community, professionalism, teamwork and leadership skills that have been paramount in my life accomplishments. Giving me an appreciation for the fine arts through cultural diverse activities and teaching me the importance of managing/investing my time and resources, I am glad to have participated in such a program. Most valuable to me are the indispensable friendships I gained from my experience in The Plano Symphony Debutante Program.”

- Class of 2006

Pl ANO SyMPhONy ORChESTRA

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972-473-7262 | PlANOSYMPHONY.ORG

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“The program helped educate me on the importance of lifetime philanthropy and community service. Thank you Plano Symphony for hosting a terrific program!” - Class of 2011

“The Debutante Program was an opportunity for me to meet people outside of my usual crowd. I was privileged enough to meet young women from several other schools in the area and expand my circle of friends. I also learned many things from the debutante program which led me to become a more well-rounded person.” - Class of 2008

The culmination of the program is the black-tie Plano Symphony Debutante Presentation Ball, the social event of the year! Each debutante, gloriously dressed in an elegant white gown, is presented by her father, makes her full-court bow, and is then escorted down the runway by a Plano Symphony Honor Guard.

The evening continues with a beautiful Debutante Grand March with fathers, leading into the father/daughter waltz. After dinner the Debutantes once again waltz, only this time escorted by their Honor Guard. The festivities conclude with dancing for all and a silent auction.

c u lt u r a lOur young debutante candidates have the opportunity to learn social graces, such as concert, dining and writing etiquette, as well as a session to learn grace and poise while walking, entering a car, and other important social skills.

EThecalendarisfilledwithdynamicactivitiessuchassessionsondiet/nutrition,personalsafety,finance/business etiquette and auto safety. The debutante program is designed to provide life skills that will prepare the young women for college and beyond.

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To get involved, call us:972-473-7262Or visit us online:

planosymphony.org

VAll debutante candidates are required to volunteer a minimum of three hours. Most volunteer opportunities consist of assisting at concerts, fundraising events and other art-related cultural events.

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There are several social parties throughout the year where debutantes, Honor Guards and parents get to know each other and have fun. Bow lessons, dance lessons with dad, and Honor Guardescortsroundoutafun-filledprogram.

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