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Corona del Mar High School’s Homecoming Dance Canceled Following Reports of Intoxicated Students

A file photo of a sign at Corona del Mar High School in Newport Beach. (Credit: KTLA)

Corona del Mar High School has canceled its homecoming dance and pep rally in response to reports of student intoxication at Friday night’s Battle of the Bay football game.

Principal Kathy Scott, in a Monday video message that aired on campus, called the students’ alleged use of alcohol or controlled substances “extremely inappropriate” and “totally inexcusable.”

In a memo sent to parents Monday, Scott said school officials expect students to represent their campus with integrity at events.

“However, we are struggling with a disconnect within our parent community where a pervasive culture exists that allows or tolerates their children to bend or break the law and violate district policies,” she wrote.

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