``But it was dispensed with there 40 years ago and it has nothing to do with a Republic.''With the consent of the school's solicitor, Judge Windle amended the application to read ``school leavers' dance.'' The court heard they would be able to drink until 2am with the extension.Judge Windle made his remarks during an application by Newpark Comprehensive, Blackrock, for a bar extension for their ``Debs'' this Monday at Jurys Hotel, Dublin.``It has nothing to do with a Republic,'' he said after ordering that the use of the words on an application for a late night bar extension for a forthcoming Debs should be changed to ``school leavers' dance.''``DEBS ball'' should not be used to describe school leavers dances because its origins are in archaic practices associated with the English Royal Court, Judge Desmond Windle said yesterday. Ouch!Our final piece of advice? It is most commonly referred to as the "Debs" but some schools call it the "Grad" or "Grads". Instead, you put something in the ‘press’! Press – ‘Cupboard’ and ‘closet’ are words that are virtually non-existent in Irish homes. Pace yourself and have fun!The 16-year-old arranged a loan of a €226,000 fire-red Ferrari from a family friend to transport herself and boyfriend Jason Flood to the Deele College prom.Themes can range from James Bond to Oscar party and are great fun on the night - as long as you don't mind paying an extra few Euro as they are not generally included in the standard ticket price.Dress rental is cheaper than buying but costs still range from €120- €200 euro, not including a nice clutch, heels or jewellery.Any gentleman going to the Debs should buy his date a bouquet of flowers.It goes without saying that fab hair is essential for the Debs.Be sure to include your name, the names of everyone in the photo, your school and the venue.In stark contrast, savvy guys get a three-piece suit, shoes and tie for around €170 in several Dublin stores.For the ladies, a nice updo will set you back around €60.Sorry boys, but you're on your own!Get all the very latest news in Ireland straight to your email every single dayBoys - if your hair costs more than €10-€15, you're going to the wrong barber!Getting your make-up done professionally cost between €25 and €30.From dresses to drinks, we've covered everything you need to be prepared for your big nightWith and with graduation season on the horizon, here are ten things you need to know about the black tie event:If you really want to make an entrance, why not follow the lead of Donegal Debutante Michaela Duddy?Girls, on the other hand prefer to drink vodka.