QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT GRADUATION 1. When is the graduation rehearsal? Tuesday, May 19, 9am in the Main Gym. 2. When do students receive their caps and gowns? On Tuesday, May 19, immediately following the rehearsal, caps and gowns will be distributed in the Main Gym at Grandview High School. ALL GRADUATES MUST WEAR A BLUE GR A ND V I E W C A P A N D GOW N. To look their best for the ceremony, st u d e n t s s h ou l d p r e s s an d h an g t h ei r gown. 3. How many tickets will my family receive? Each senior will receive 10 tickets at the mandatory parent meeting. If you will not use all of your tickets, please return the extras to Mrs. Koerner in the activities office as soon as possible. 4. What time will ceremony begin? the graduation At 12:00pm in The Magness Arena. Doors will be open for audience seating at 11:00 a.m. 5. When should graduates arrive at the Ritchie Center? All graduates should report to the Hamilton G y mnasi u m in th e R it chi e C en ter a t th e University of Denver by 10:45 a.m. on MAY 21. Enter through the lower doors along Buchtel Blvd. on the north side of the Ritchie Center. Please be prompt. 6. What should seniors wear under their gowns? 7. May we take pictures during the ceremony? You may take as many pictures as you wish from your seat. Guests will not be allowed on the arena floor at any time. The ceremony will be videotaped by a professional videographer. Order forms for videos will be available at the senior parent meetings and online on the GHS web page. Professional photos of graduates will also be taken. Remember, graduates will keep their caps and gowns, so many photo opportunities will be available. 8. How long will the ceremony last? Approximately 2 hours. 9. Where can parents meet their graduates after the ceremony? Students will exit to the bleachers south of Hamilton gym. Please do not enter the gym, as we will be handing out diplomas. 10. Is handicapped seating available? Yes. Please enter through the lower level doors along Buchtel Blvd. on the north side of the Ritchie Center. Junior Escorts will be available to direct you. 11. Will assistive listening devices or sign interpreters be available? Yes. Contact Diane Koerner at 720-886-6527 and specify your need. Guidelines For A Successful Commencement 2015 12. Are seats reserved? No. People will be seated on first come, first served basis. If you have any other questions, Diana Stordeur, Graduation Coordinator, will be available in the lobby following the mandatory senior parent meetings. You may also contact her at 720-886-6696. Girls: Dresses or skirts and blouses; dress shoes preferred (no spiked heels allowed on arena floor). Boys: Slacks, collared shirt mandatory; tie and dress shoes preferred. Helpful Links We ask that students pay particular attention to their shoes. Decorations on caps and gowns are not permitted. www.gradimages.com (Close-up of graduate receiving diploma) http://grandview.cherrycreekschools.org Seniors Only tab. Find maps, online forms, and updates. www.rtd.denver.com Thursday, May 21, 2015 12:00 p.m. Senior To Do List C o mmen c e me nt is a communi ty event. Faculty, students, family and honored guests share in recognizing this important milestone. It is a solemn, respectful occasion accented by the joy of significant accomplishment and the commencement of another stage in life. The ideas below have proven successful in providing for an appropriate ceremony. Audience Guidelines: Remember your tickets. Admission will be by ticket only. Spectators should make every effort to remain seated during the entire ceremony and until the last graduate has recessed. Videotaping will be done by a professional videographer. A professional photographer will be photographing graduates as they receive their diplomas. Pictures by family members during the ceremony may be taken from seats in the arena. Recognition and appreciation are best expressed by applause only. We want each graduate’s name to be clearly heard. Items which could disrupt or detract from the ceremonies should be left outside. Air horns are STRICTLY prohibited. Ushers and Security personnel will help provide a positive atmosphere for the ceremony. Please share this information with members of your party. Finish in good standing Finish 5 senior seminar tasks Send out announcements Invite a special guest to graduation Thank people Take care of fees and return stuff April 20, 21 Cap and Gown Photos May 4 - 8am - 1pm Post Grad Senior Day See Green Sheet May 11 - Pick up senior check out sheet May 14 - No school for most seniors May 15 - Senior checkout and graduation verification May 15 - 1pm Senior Celebrations start in Aux. Gym May 19 - 8am to 8:45am - Senior Breakfast (free) May 19 - 9am to 11am – graduation rehearsal in Main Gym May 21 - 10:45am find your seat in Hamilton Gym. Bring your cap, gown, tassel, and cords, if applicable. Leave everything else at home. Remember Commencement is a school-related activity conducted at an outside location. Behavior expectations and policies normally in force at school will apply to all activities associated with the commencement ceremony. The throwing of mortar boards (caps) or anything else is prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation. Enjoy the ceremony Parking We advise families and graduates to make a preliminary trip to the University of Denver campus to become familiar with the location of the Ritchie Center and parking facilities. A $7.00 parking fee is required in all lots and parking garages at the university. Thanks for your cooperation. Best wishes to the Class of 2015. CONGRATULATIONS, GRADS!
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