In this June 23, 2020, photo, Steel Valley High School students dance at their prom at the Waterfront Shopping Center in Homestead, Pa., organized by one of the student’s father after the school’s prom was canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic. ... more > By Emily Zantow - The Washington Times - Friday, April 30, 2021 Parents in Maryland are fundraising to throw their own prom celebrations after local high schools canceled the end-of-the-year dances because of the COVID-19 pandemic. At least six high schools statewide pulled the plug on the formals, but parents are determined to use GoFundMe donations so students can “celebrate one last senior tradition and milestone,” said organizer Nina Regan.