The 2025 Deb Ball was such a special night and something we’d all been looking forward to for months. After weeks of practising routines and getting everything organised, it was so rewarding to finally step out onto the dancefloor in front of our friends, families, and teachers.

When it was time to be presented and start our dances, we were all pretty nervous, but once the music started, it all just flowed. We had rehearsed so much that it became second nature. There were a few shaky moments, but that just made it more fun and real. Everyone was smiling and laughing, and you could really feel how proud everyone was, especially the parents.

One of the best parts was getting to do it with our friends and seeing everyone so dressed up and happy. There were so many laughs backstage, and it felt like we were all sharing something really meaningful together.

We’d like to give a massive thank you to Gayle and Andrew, who taught us all the dances. Their patience and positivity made rehearsals fun (even when we messed up the same steps a hundred times). They really made a huge difference.

Also, a big thank you to Mr Diamond and Ms Bratovic for all their help and support in making the night happen. From behind-the-scenes planning to helping us on the night, we really appreciate everything they did to make it run so smoothly. Also, thank you to Mr Weir for being such a great MC. He kept the night moving with humour and made everyone feel relaxed and comfortable.

Finally, thank you to all the families, friends, and teachers who supported us, not just on the night but throughout the whole process. Whether you helped us practice at home or were in the crowd cheering us on, it meant a lot.

The Deb Ball was definitely one of the highlights of the year. It was a night full of laughter, dancing, and memories we’ll keep with us for a long time.