Juniors and seniors witnessed a staged enactment of a fatal car crash on school campus during Mod 1 and Mod 2 of Ac Lab on Wednesday, April 26. 

The scene depicted the immediate aftermath of a crash involving students who were attending a prom, played by student actors. Local emergency services also participated in the reenactment, portraying the necessary procedures they take during such situations.

Zeenia Taraporevala, senior, is a student actor who played the role of an injured passenger during the enactment.

Taraporevala said she enjoyed participating in something that helped spread awareness of underaged drunk driving and said that students should be aware of the potential dangers, especially with Prom Saturday, May 6.

“I really hope that everyone takes in the thought of this and makes good choices to keep everyone safe,” Taraporevala said.

Will Everson, senior, was another student actor. He portrayed a passenger who was killed in the crash.

Everson said he enjoyed having the chance to participate in something that shed light on a major and very real issue.

“I just love to be a part of these sort of things where I get to see the inner workings of how this demonstration works and how it came together,” Everson said.

Major events such as Prom and Homecoming typically see a rise in the number of underage drinking among students Junior Principal Amy Sturges said.

“Students need to think about what they’re doing, not only for themselves but for other people,” Sturges said.

Sturges said she hopes students keep in mind the main message of the reenactment and ensure they stay safe during Prom night.

“We really wanted to bring that awareness to students, to think twice before getting behind the wheel.”