Potential Magazine Mar/Apr 2014 | Page 9

& advice trends 5 things 5 resources scholarships apps fab apps 1 2 prom perfect Prom season is quickly approaching, and it comes with a lot of things to do and remember. Here are five apps that’ll help you make your prom night creative, safe and budget-friendly. By Meagan Boren Ask 2 Dance Looking for a fun way to ask someone to the big dance? Well, there’s an app for that! Ask 2 Dance has countless “prom-posal” ideas that will leave your date with an offer she can’t refuse! $1.99 Plan’it Prom With this app, teens are able to GO. LEARN. BE. THE BEST DECISION IS AN INFORMED DECISION. Don’t miss an opportunity to find out more about the Charger Nation. GO for a campus visit, take an individual or group tour, or attend an open house. LEARN about UAH. And BE informed. www.uah.edu plan and budget their prom in a fun and easy-to-use way. Plan’it Prom offers a prom countdown, timeline, budget calculator and budget health meter to help your teen enjoy the perfect prom without breaking the bank. free 3 Prom Ping “Prom Ping” is an easy way for your child to be reminded to check in and send location updates throughout the night, letting you know that he or she is safe and having a fabulous time! $.99 4 5 TUX: The Tuxedo Builder Prom isn’t just about girls! Guys, use this app to build your ideal tuxedo for the big event. Design a tux, and then go try it on at a local store. free Prom Checklist This app helps you create the ultimate checklist and ensure nothing is left behind on the big night. $.99 www.potentialmagazine.com 9