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AGENDA

During this presentation we will review the following items:

Important Dates Timeline
T-Shirt Size Registration
Senior Summative Exemption
Graduation Senior Speaker Auditions
Graduation Practices:

Guidelines
Practice #1

Graduation Item Distribution
Elementary School Final Visit
Senior Awards Assembly Day
Graduation Practice #2
Graduation

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While you wait for the meeting to begin, join the new Senior Class 2022 Remind Group!

This will allow you to get up to the minute reminders of important events, due dates, etc.

Senior Class 2022 REMIND Group

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Senior Class Google Site

Check out this site and the Senior Class Instagram frequently for any updates!!

Senior Class Website - Click here!

Instagram = woodgroveclassof2022

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Timeline of Important Dates

All Dates & Times are subject to change!

If a change is made you will be notified as soon as possible and provided with any necessary information!

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T-Shirt Size Order

Open the QR Code below and enter your information to order your Senior Class T-shirt!

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Senior EOY Summative Assessment EXEMPTION

Thursday, June 2 and Friday, June 3, 2022 (Last Day)

The following guidelines will be used for the Senior End of Year Summative Assessment Exemption Program as agreed upon by LCPS High School principals. These guidelines will also apply for participation in the Wolverine Capstone.

The program is optional and may be implemented at the discretion of each high school.
The program will use second semester data only.
To be eligible, a student must have at least a 70 (C-) average for the second semester through the first eight weeks of the fourth nine-week grading period.
To be eligible, a student can be absent no more than two (2) class periods in block classes.
The program applies to students assigned to senior homerooms.
Any student meeting the criteria for exemption may choose to take the end of year summative assessment, otherwise the last day for a student meeting this criteria is June 9, 2022.
The end of year summative assessment exemption will be determined class by class. Failure to pass an EOC SOL test that is required as part of a current course will nullify the senior end of year summative assessment exemption in that course.

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Senior EOY Summative Assessment EXEMPTION

Thursday, June 2 and Friday, June 3, 2022 (Last Day)

Students attending more than half of a class will be counted present for purposes of this program – tardies to class or early dismissals from class that do not result in missing more than half of a class will not be considered.
Classes missed due to organized school activities (i.e., field trips, athletic team participation) will not count as absences from class for purposes of this program.
An absence to observe a recognized religious holiday will not count for purposes of this program.
In-school restriction and suspension days will be counted as absences from class.
All other non-school related absences – whether excused or unexcused – will be counted as absences from class.
Cheating or any other integrity violation that results in disciplinary action removes the student from consideration for end of year summative assessment exemption in all classes.
A senior failing to meet the requirements for exemption may appeal to the teacher (except in cases of an integrity violation). The teacher may determine on a case-by-case basis that special circumstances exist and permit the student to be exempt from the end of year summative assessment. No review of teacher decisions beyond the individual school level will be available. Students requesting exemption due to extenuating circumstances, such as chronic medical conditions, should contact the school principal.

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Senior Speaker Audition

Submission Date: Friday, April 28th

Auditions Sign-up: Monday, May 9th

Audition Date(s):

If you are interested in being the Senior Class speaker at Graduation please review the attached guidelines - QR Code and submit all necessary items by the due dates listed.
If you have any questions please see Mrs. Allis ASAP.

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GRADUATION PRACTICES

Each scheduled graduation practice that appears below is MANDATORY. You must attend each rehearsal. If you do not attend the practices, you may not be permitted to participate in the graduation ceremony. Rehearsals will be held on the following dates:

Practice #1 = Wednesday, June 8 @ 9:15 am - 12:00 pm. Students will report to the Auxiliary Gym by 9:15am for attendance.

Practice #2 = Thursday, June 16 @ 8:00am - 11:00am FINAL GRADUATION PRACTICE – Mark your calendars now as this is a MANDATORY PRACTICE. Please plan to attend for the duration of practice. All students should report to the Auxiliary Gym for the graduation line up at 8:00am. Final graduation rehearsal will be held in the location of the ceremony (at the stadium or in the gymnasium).

Any extenuating circumstances that would prevent you from attending these practices must be brought to the attention of Mrs. Allis, at least one week in advance. The senior class sponsor will grant approval with input from the administration. Please do not contact the administration or school counseling office, as the senior class sponsor is responsible for running the practices and, therefore, needs to have first-hand knowledge of any conflicts.

It is your responsibility to communicate these dates with your employer. Being scheduled to work is not an acceptable excuse for missing practice or having to leave early.

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GRADUATION PRACTICE #1

Wednesday, June 8, 2022

9:15am - 12pm, Auxiliary Gym

Mark your calendars now as this is a MANDATORY PRACTICE. Please plan to attend for the duration of practice. All students should report to the Auxiliary Gym for the graduation line up at 9:15am. Final graduation rehearsal will be held in the location of the ceremony (at the Stadium or in the Main Gym).

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes to this practice.

It is your responsibility to communicate these dates with your employer. Being scheduled to work is not an acceptable excuse for missing practice or having to leave early.

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GRADUATION ITEM DISTRIBUTION

Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Immediately Following Graduation Practice #1

Prior to this practice, seniors must turn in all school-related items, including:

Chromebooks
textbooks
class-specific supplies
library books
athletic team items

Any items not turned in prior to this practice will constitute a “deficiency,” resulting in some/all items being held until the deficiency is resolved. After this date, all deficiencies must be resolved through the Main Office.

Tables will be set up behind the Stadium home bleachers in order for students to pick up their graduation items including their cap, gown, stole, tassel, cords, and any other club or activity awards or honors . If you do not receive a cord or award you feel you should have earned at this time, please contact the club or activity sponsor to resolve these issues.

Please note that all students MUST pick up their cap, gown, stole and tassel and sign for these items. These four items will NOT be handed out to a friend, a neighbor, etc. If a parent needs to pick up these items for their child, please email the Senior Class sponsor in order to make an appointment to do so. Balfour staff will be available during this time to fix any issues, so please inspect your items to make certain they are intact and correct. Seniors should ensure that they have their cap, gown, stole and tassel before they leave for the day. Seniors are expected to wear their gowns and stoles (no caps or tassels) to the Senior Awards Ceremony on June 12.

Cap and Gown Care

Please remember to take your graduation apparel home. Store your gown and stole on a hanger. Do not leave it

crumpled up in your locker or in the trunk of your car.

CAUTION: The gowns are made of polyester and great care should be taken if you attempt to iron it to remove any wrinkles. The material will scorch easily.

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GRADUATION WRISTBAND DISTRIBUTION

Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Immediately Following Graduation Practice #1

Why do I need wristbands?

The ceremony will be held outside in the Stadium if weather permits. In the unfortunate event of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place in the Main Gym.

Should the ceremony take place indoors, wristbands are necessary. Students will be issued 4 wristbands (tickets) that will allow for entry into the gymnasium.

Additional guests will be able to view the graduation ceremony live from the Auditorium, Library or through our live stream link.

Graduation wristbands will be distributed on June 8th - no earlier. Please note that all students MUST pick up their wristbands and sign that they have received them. No wristbands will be handed out to a friend, a neighbor, etc. If a parent needs to pick up wristbands for their child, please email Mrs. Allis in order to make an appointment to do so. All outstanding deficiencies must be cleared prior to June 8 to receive your wristbands. Any wristbands not picked up on June 8 will be held in the Main Office.

** Wristbands will not be distributed to Seniors who still have deficiencies. Please resolve those ASAP and then see Mrs. Allis **

** The final decision on the location of graduation, either the Stadium or Main Gym, will be made by the WHS administration by 12:00 pm on Wednesday, June 15th, 2022. This decision will be posted on our school website and on the Senior Class Council webpage at that time. **

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FINAL WALKTHROUGH

To sign up to visit your elementary school one last time before graduation please click on the QR code and complete the registration form.

These will take place on June 8th following graduation practices at 1:30-1:45 for all school except Hillsboro Charter which will be on June 9th at 2:30.

See Mrs. Allis with

any questions.

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SENIOR AWARDS CEREMONY DAY

Multiple Events

Thursday, June 9, 2022

8:15am - 2:00pm

Senior Breakfast Hosted by PTSO 8:15 am - 9:00 am:

Please join the members of the Senior Class for a pre-awards breakfast sponsored by the PTSO. Breakfast

will be served outside the Cafeteria.

Senior Awards Ceremony 9:30am (All Seniors Report to Auxiliary Gym by 9:00am):

The Woodgrove community will celebrate the growth and accomplishments that you have experienced during your years at WHS. Seniors will represent the Class of 2022 and their school in the most respectful manner possible at the assembly. This is a formal ceremony, please dress accordingly. You are required to wear your gowns, stoles and any honor regala (cords, pins, etc.) you have earned. No caps or tassels.

The Senior Awards Ceremony will serve as additional practice for graduation. Therefore, all students will report to the Auxiliary Gym by 9:00am where they will receive additional instructions. It is imperative that you arrive at school on time.

Senior Capstone Presentations 11:00am - 12:00pm - Location TBD
Senior Panoramic Picture 12:00pm:

The Senior Panoramic Picture will be taken at the Stadium immediately following the Senior Capstone Presentations. You will be expected to wear your gowns and stoles for the photograph.

Senior Luncheon 12:30pm – 2:00pm:

Following the panoramic picture, students will be able to change clothes for a class-sponsored luncheon at the Stadium.

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GRADUATION PRACTICE #2

Thursday, June 16, 2022

8:00am - 11:00am, Auxiliary Gym

Mark your calendars now as this is a MANDATORY PRACTICE. Please plan to attend for the duration of practice. All students should report to the Auxiliary Gym for the graduation line up at 8:00am. This final graduation rehearsal will be held in the location of the ceremony (at the Stadium or in the Main Gym).

Wear comfortable clothes and the shoes you plan to wear to graduation to this practice.

It is your responsibility to communicate these dates with your employer. Being scheduled to work is not an acceptable excuse for missing practice or having to leave early.

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GRADUATION

Friday, June 17, 2022

Start time 8:00am

Arrival Time - 6:30am - Report to the Auxiliary Gym

Woodgrove High School’s graduation ceremony is a dignified celebration of the accomplishments of the entire senior class. Consequently, for each individual graduate, participation in the ceremony is a privilege and carries significant responsibility. Each graduate is expected to represent their family, school, and community in true Wolverine manner.
The ceremony will be held outside in the Stadium if weather permits. In the unfortunate event of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place in the Main Gym.

** Should the ceremony take place indoors, wristbands (tickets) are necessary. Students will be issued 4 wristband tickets that will allow entry into the gymnasium. Additional guests will be able to view the graduation ceremony live from the Auditorium or Library. Graduation wristband tickets will be distributed on June 8th - no earlier. **

Please remind your guests that this is a formal ceremony and that appropriate dress and personal conduct are required of everyone choosing to attend.
If, due to a disability (all non-disability seating will be in the bleachers), you and/or your guests need assistance to attend Woodgrove High School’s graduation ceremony, you will be able to exchange two of your graduation wristband tickets for two wristbands that will permit you to sit in an accessible seating area. Please contact Mrs. Allis after receiving your wristbands at brianne.allis@lcps.org no later than June 10th to arrange for your ticket exchange.

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GRADUATION

Friday, June 17, 2022

Start time 8:00am

Arrival Time - 6:30am - Report to the Auxiliary Gym

Appropriate Dress - Your caps and gowns are navy blue with kelly green trim on the sleeve. Your stole is kelly green.

All graduates are expected to wear appropriate attire for this significant event, such as dress pants with a button-down shirt and tie or a semi-formal dress. Please remember your graduation is a dignified ceremony and you should dress appropriately for such an important occasion.
Shoes!! We will be walking quite a distance to the Stadium from the school and down the track. During the ceremony, you will walk across the turf field to the stage to receive your diplomas. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that you wear a lower heeled shoe, as high heels will be difficult to walk in gracefully and may get caught in the turf field.
Tassels are worn on the right side of the cap during the ceremony. Caps must be positioned correctly and securely on your head so style your hair appropriately. DO NOT WRITE OR TAPE ANYTHING ON THE TOP OF YOUR CAP – IT IS A MORTAR BOARD, NOT A BILLBOARD. Absolutely no jewelry, flowers, or other adornments of any sort may be worn or attached in any way to your cap, gown or stole.
Pins that have been awarded to you through participation in athletics and extra-curricular activities may be worn on your stole.
Those seniors who earn a 4.0 GPA or higher will be given an honor graduate stole at Practice #2.
Those seniors who are in the top 10% of the class will receive a special white tassel at Practice #2.