June 3, 2021

Dear Parents and Guardians of Senior Students:

Can you believe that graduation is less than one week away?  First, Congratulations!  Next, please read below for some helpful reminders and a Graduation Day checklist.  You may also refer to our Senior Information Hub at http://bit.ly/midlo21info for graduation and senior awards resources.

SENIOR PACKET PICKUP AND CHROMEBOOK RETURN - JUNE 4TH

On Friday, June 4th, seniors must come to school to return their Chromebooks and pick up their graduation packets. Chromebook collection and packet pickup will take place on the bus loop from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Packets will contain awards, regalia, graduation programs, parking passes (2 max), graduation tickets (4 tix = 8 guests), and Graduation programs (4 per graduate).  It should be noted that we will also have a program (and water) for each graduate on the day of graduation.  Packets will be issued to graduating seniors only. If students are unable to pick up their packets on June 4th, they may pick them up on Monday, June 7th, from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm in the main office.

Additionally, students who have earned a cumulative grade point average of 4.0 are entitled to wear a gold tassel at graduation. These will be available on June 4th at packet pickup. Qualifying students may trade their blue and gold tassel for a gold tassel at no extra charge. If students wish to keep both tassels, they should bring $7.00 to pay for the extra tassel. We will accept exact change or checks made payable to Midlothian High School.

SENIOR PICNIC - JUNE 4TH

On Friday, June 4th, seniors are invited to celebrate their upcoming accomplishment during a casual senior picnic.  The picnic will take place outside of the entrance to the new gym.  Seniors may arrive anytime between 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.

SENIOR EXAMS

Senior exams conclude on Monday, June 7th. Click here to view detailed information regarding the exam schedule and exam exemptions.  

GRADUATION - JUNE 9TH

Graduation Practice: In lieu of graduation practice,  we are sharing this video through Canvas for seniors that walks through important information and procedures.  Seniors must watch this video prior to participating in graduation. 

Graduation Ceremony: Midlothian High School’s graduation ceremonies will begin promptly at 8:30 am, 11:30 am, and 7:00 pm on Wednesday, June 9, at F.W. Poates Stadium.  Students must arrive one hour prior to their scheduled graduation ceremony.

Graduation Attire: Seniors must wear their blue caps and gowns. Underneath their gowns, students may wear black or blue slacks with a dress shirt, or a dress or skirt not longer than the gown. We highly recommend that graduates choose sensible dress shoes.  Students must not wear heels, as graduates will be walking on the football field. Any adornments on caps and gowns, aside from Midlothian HS issued regalia is prohibited.  Additionally, graduates may not bring cell phones into the school or F.W. Poates Stadium; please leave cell phones and personal items with a family member. 

Arrival and Parking: Masks are required for entry. Upon arrival, seniors and guests will enter the student parking lot through the bus loop, following the directions of the parking lot attendants. Only those guests holding tickets issued from Midlothian High School will be admitted. Once parked, senior students are to report directly to the school auditorium through door 26.  Note: Please do not drop your senior off in the bus loop. Guests may remain in their car until one hour prior to the start of their scheduled ceremony, at which time they may enter the stadium and follow the directions of the faculty, who will assist with seating. Guests with physical disabilities may request assistance upon arrival. Handicapped seating is available on the school track and in the stadium seating area.  

Graduation Streaming and Photos: The graduation ceremony will be broadcast live on Midlothian High School’s TrojanLive Network.  Be sure to subscribe to Trojan Live Network at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz4L_wNrZpTfl1ZAl4jGn4Q.   The graduation ceremony will also be available on the TrojanLive Network YouTube page for viewing after graduation.  

Candid Color will take photographs at graduation. See the attached flyer for information on pre-registration and ordering.   Seniors will also have the opportunity to capture various photo opportunities in their cap and gown with Midlo’s backdrop and mascot at Winfree Church following the graduation ceremony.

Rain Date: The rain date for graduation is Thursday, June 10th. If we need to postpone, we will attempt to make the decision on June 8th. Otherwise, we will proceed with our originally scheduled date and times unless the inclement weather is so severe that we must delay.   Please note that if we are forced to postpone any graduation ceremony, it is possible the ceremony may be held at a different time the following day (June 10th).  

Please do not bring any noise makers - they will be confiscated at the entrance gate.  Feel free to use the checklist at the bottom of this letter to assist you and your graduate as you prepare for the big day.

Thank you for the privilege of working with and supporting this fine group of young people.  We are proud to have been a part of their lives, and we wish them continued success in the future.  We look forward to seeing you at graduation.

Sincerely,

Shawn A. Abel

Proud Principal

Elizabeth F. Boese & Lisa T. Martin

Prouder Senior Class Sponsors

Graduation Prep Checklist

• Returned your chromebook and any other school-issued materials, such as textbooks
• Don’t forget your graduation tickets (4 tix = 8 guests) and parking passes (2 per graduate)
• Graduates must arrive at least one hour early.  The graduate door (25) will open 90 minutes prior to graduation
• Remember to bring your cap and gown (and any school-issued regalia)
• Graduates must wear clothing that meets the expectations stated above.  Think about the weather and the fact we will be walking on grass
• Guests should arrive early, but be advised that guests are not permitted into the stadium prior to one hour before the scheduled start time
• Speak with your graduate about which side they may be sitting on at graduation for optimal photo opportunities (most cases A - I will sit on the home bleacher side and J - Z on the visitor bleacher side).  You can always ask or confirm at the entrance gate upon arrival.
• Drink plenty of water in advance - it might be hot
• Umbrellas are permitted in the event we experience inclement weather.  Of course, please be considerate of your surroundings
• Bring sunglasses
• Wear sunscreen
• Bring cameras (professional photos will be available as well)
• Bring a seat cushion or seat back (we want you to be comfortable)
• Did you contact the main office (or indicate on the signup genius) if you have any special requests, such as handicap seating?