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AVON HIGH SCHOOL
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Commencement Opt-Out
Seniors not planning on participating in Commencement
exercises on Friday, June 2, 2017, must complete the
information below and return to the Avon High School
Student Services Office before Thursday, May 18, 2017.
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Table of Contents
Graduation Photo Information .................................... Page 2
Principal’s Letter ........................................................ Page 3
Senior Events Schedule .............................................. Page 4
Graduation Announcements ....................................... Page 5
I, ________________________________________,
Student’s Name (Printed)
Prom Meeting ............................................................. Page 5
Senior Awards Night .................................................. Page 5
Prom............................................................................ Page 6
a current graduating senior of the Class of 2017,
will not be participating in Commencement
exercises on June 2, 2017.
After Prom ................................................................. Page 7
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Student’s Signature
Important Note to Seniors .......................................... Page 9
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Parent’s Signature
Avon Alumni Association .......................................... Page 8
School Fees and Fines ................................................ Page 8
Mandatory Commencement Practice at AHS ............. Page 9
Optional Senior Class Picnic ...................................... Page 9
Final Exam Schedule .................................................. Page 10
Senior Open Campus Exam Policy ............................ Page 11
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Date
Caps, Gowns and Tassel Packages ............................. Page 12
Commencement Guidelines ....................................... Page 12
High School Transcripts ............................................. Page 12
If opting out, this needs to be returned to the Avon High
School Student Services Office before
Thursday, May 18, 2017.
Student Services Meeting ........................................... Page 12
Parents Who Host Lose The Most ............................. Page 13
Commencement Attire Requirements & Helpful Tips ..... Page 14
Diplomas will be available in the Student Service Office
beginning June 5, 2017, for graduates not participating
in Commencement.
Information for Parents and Families ........................ Page 14
Commencement Timeline .......................................... Page 15
Senior Commencement Opt-Out ................................ Page 16
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Commencement Timeline for
Friday, June 2, 2017
Graduation Photo Information
Lifetouch Photography will be at Cleveland State’s Wolstein Center
to take graduation photos during Commencement on June 2, 2017. You’ll be
able to order online at www.events.lifetouch.com ten days after the ceremony,
and there is no obligation to buy. Feel free to contact Lifetouch directly at
1-800-589-6411 if you have any questions.
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4:00pm
Graduates arrive at Avon High School.
Graduates report to their assigned seats in the gym, dressed,
with caps on for the girls, robes in hand.
4:30pm
Graduates board busses and depart from
Avon High School to the Wolstein Center.
5:00pm
Graduates arrive at Gate C at the Wolstein Center.
5:00pm-5:30pm
Graduates practice walk-thru of ceremony.
5:30pm-6:00pm
Orchestra rehearsal begins.
5:30pm-6:00pm
Graduates don their gowns and get their flowers
pinned.
5:30pm-6:00pm
Candid photos of graduates take place by Lifetouch.
There will be no parent access to students at this time.
6:15pm
Gates A and B are open to the public.
6:45pm-7:00pm
Orchestra Pre-Program begins.
7:00pm
Commencement ceremony begins.
8:15pm
Estimated end of Commencement ceremony
8:15pm-8:30pm
Graduates proceed during Recessional to Gate C
for diploma pick up.
8:15pm
or following
Parents, guests and graduates reconvene at
Gates A and B. Graduates depart with families.
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Information for Parents and Families
Graduates’ families and friends are invited to attend
Commencement which begins at 7:00pm at Cleveland State’s Wolstein
Center on Friday, June 2, 2017. The address of CSU is 2000 Prospect
Ave in Cleveland, Ohio. Everyone is invited. Families and guests should
meet at Gates A and B, and doors will open at 6:15pm. Tickets are not
required. Seating will be on a first come, first served basis. Parking
passes, one per graduating senior, will only be distributed to each senior
at graduation practice on Thursday, June 1 2017, at the high school.
Parents should meet graduates at Gate A and B after the ceremony. As it
gets close to the date of Commencement, pay close attention to any
possible game delays and traffic updates.
Important Commencement Attire
Requirements and Helpful Tips
Keep these in mind for Commencement Day.
Principal’s Letter and Graduation
Information
Dear Parents and Guardians:
As graduation approaches you will find yourself feeling mixed emotions; these
are exciting and bittersweet moments. The last nine weeks will fly. Like most,
your senior has probably started a myriad of countdowns and while we are just
as excited for all of our soon-to-be graduates, we are encouraging them to
make the most of the time remaining at AHS. Let’s work together to keep our
seniors focused on the finish line.
In regard to meeting graduation requirements, please review with your senior
that it is necessary for him or her to pass two of the last three grade entries in
a year-long course. Of the third nine weeks, fourth nine weeks, and final
exam, he or she must pass two. Colleges request final transcripts and have the
right to decline membership to those who have final transcripts with failed
courses. Too many of our seniors believe that college acceptance is irrevocable.
This is not the case.
Our graduation ceremony will be held at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein
Center, on Friday, June 2nd at 7:00pm. Doors to the arena will open at
6:15pm, and this event is open seating. Tickets are not necessary. Each
graduate will be provided one pre-paid parking pass for his or her family.
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Girls: Choose light colored dresses, dress capris or dress pants and dress
shoes. Boys: Choose a white dress shirt, tie, dark dress pants, dark
socks and dress shoes.
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Flip flops are prohibited. No jeans, shorts, cut-offs, sweats, t-shirts, sports
jerseys, tank tops, or tennis shoes should be worn to Commencement.
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Iron gowns: Use low heat and be careful not to burn them.
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Eligible seniors: don’t forget your honor cords and medals.
At Commencement, shake with your right hand and accept your diploma
with your left hand.
I believe you will enjoy the ceremony and all that we have planned. It will
surely be a prestigious event for our most deserving graduates.
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Keep your tassel to the right side of your cap. Seniors will move their
tassels to the left once they graduate.
Eagle proud,
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Diplomas are to be picked up immediately following the ceremony.
Parents are to be directed to meet you at Gate A and B after the June 2nd
Commencement ceremony.
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No gum. Please do not bring personal belongings unless you are able to
carry them in a pocket.
Seniors are to arrive promptly to AHS at 4:00pm on Friday, June 2nd.
Parents are not permitted backstage at the Wolstein Center.
Please pay close attention to the timelines and requirements for the AHS
mandatory Commencement practice on Thursday, June 1st in the main gym
of Avon High School. On June 2nd, graduates will be transported to
Commencement following their 4:00pm check-in at Avon High School. The
Class of 2017 will take one last yellow school bus ride and travel as a group to
CSU for a short 5:00pm practice prior to the ceremony. This will allow
them to walk through the program on-site. Graduates will return home with
their family and guests.
Mrs. Kristina Dobos Buller,
Principal
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Senior Events Schedule 2017
Graduation Announcements Delivery to AHS ................ March 29
Mandatory Prom Meeting, Auditorium, 7th period ......... April 24
Prom Ticket Sales Start During Lunches ........................ April 26
Mandatory Senior Meeting, 7th period at 12:45pm......... April 27
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Parents Who Host Lose The Most
Underage Drinking Laws, What Parents Should Know:
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As a parent, you cannot give alcohol to your teen’s friends under the
age of 21, under any circumstances, even in your own home, even
with their parent’s permission.
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You cannot knowingly allow a person under the age of 21, other than
your own child, to remain in your home or on your property while
consuming or possessing alcohol.
Mandatory JVS Senior Meeting, AHS, 3:00pm .............. April 27
Senior School Fee Balances are Due in Full ................... May 1
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If You Break The Law:
Last Day for Prom Ticket Sales ..................................... May 5
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Reservations Due for Senior Awards Night .................... May 10
You can face a minimum sentence of six months in jail and / or a
$1,000.00 fine.
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Others can sue you if you give alcohol to anyone under 21 and they,
in turn, hurt someone, hurt themselves, or damage property.
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Officers can take any alcohol, money, or property used in
committing the offense.
Senior Awards Reception and Art Show, 6:30pm ........... May 15
Senior Awards Night Program, 7:00pm.......................... May 15
Senior Commencement Opt-Out Forms Due .................. May 18
(For those not participating in Commencement Exercises)
Things You Can Do as a Parent:
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Refuse to supply alcohol to anyone under 21.
Second Senior Exams Day / Senior Open Campus ........ May 30
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School Fines / Remaining Financial Obligations Due ..... May 30
Talk to other parents about not providing alcohol at other events your
child will be attending.
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Create alcohol-free opportunities and activities in your home so teens
feel welcome and report underage drinking to local law
enforcement.
Prom Held on Saturday.................................................. May 20
Senior Classes or First Half of 2-Day Exams.................. May 25
First Senior Exams Day / Includes Senior Releases ....... May 26
Senior Continental Breakfast, 8:30am, AHS Commons .. June 1
Mandatory Commencement Practice, Main Gym ........... June 1
Optional Senior Picnic after Practice, approx. noon ........ June 1
(Details on exact time and location to be announced.)
Caps, Tassels, Gowns and Parking Passes Distributed .... June 1
Seniors Meet at AHS for Commencement, 4:00pm ........ June 2
Commencement Practice at Wolstein Center, 5:00pm .... June 2
Commencement at Wolstein Center, 7:00pm.................. June 2
Be at your home when your teen has a party.
Make sure that alcohol is not brought into your home or property by
your teen's friends.
Here Are The Facts:
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It is illegal to host or allow teen drinking in your home.
It is unhealthy for anyone under age 21 to drink.
It is unsafe and illegal for teens to drink and drive.
Parents can be prosecuted under the law.
Everything associated with a violation, such as personal property
can be confiscated.
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Student Services Meeting and
Transcripts Information
On Thursday, April 27th the Guidance
Counselors will meet with all Avon High School
seniors during 7th period at 12:45pm in the
auditorium. This is a mandatory meeting for all
seniors, including CCP and TEE students. Please
make arrangements ahead of time to be there. All
Avon High School seniors attending the JVS will also
meet with Avon High School counselors at
3:00pm on Thursday, April 27th. This is a mandatory meeting for all of
Avon’s JVS seniors. Please plan to be at Avon High School.
During these meetings on Thursday, April 27th, seniors will fill out the
Graduate Data Sheet and will be required to indicate which college should
receive their final high school transcript. Congratulations to all seniors from
the members of Student Services. We wish you well.
Final transcripts will automatically be mailed the week after graduation.
Students do not need to request that their final transcript be mailed.
Remember to Order Your
Caps, Gowns and Tassels
All students wishing to participate in the Commencement Ceremony
should have ordered a cap, gown, and tassel package. Caps and gowns will be
distributed on Thursday, June 1, 2017, after Commencement practice. JVS
students will also pick up their caps and gowns at Avon High School on June
1st. Those graduating seniors who have not ordered caps and gowns yet
should contact Rodd Torbert at Jostens at 1-800-JOSTENS. The cost of a cap
and gown at this time can be found online through www.jostens.com. Payment
is made directly to Jostens.
Commencement Guidelines
Commencement is a prestigious event. To afford graduates the
ceremony they deserve, these guidelines are to be followed. Keep in mind
that Commencement exercises should be looked upon as a dignified affair. It
is quite an achievement to have met all the requirements for graduation,
and Commencement is held to honor graduates for doing so. Make your
parents and teachers proud of you. Please have a safe ending to your high
school days. Celebrate without drugs or alcohol.
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Graduation Announcements
The graduation announcement and senior year accessories delivery
date at Avon High School is Wednesday, March 29, 2017. After March
29th, if you have not picked up or paid for your graduation
announcements, please contact Jostens at 1-800-JOSTENS. To order
other additional announcements or graduation items, go to
www.jostens.com online.
Also, a small quantity of additional
announcements may be available in the main office for $1.25 each, while
supplies last. Balances must be paid in full before Commencement.
Mandatory Prom Meeting to Take
Place on April 24th at 12:30pm
During 7th period on Monday, April 24th, the senior class will
gather in the auditorium for a very important meeting. Please make sure
you are able to be there. Expectations for the upcoming prom and
graduation season will be reviewed. This meeting is mandatory for all
seniors. Plan to attend.
Senior Awards Night is
Monday, May 15th at 6:30pm
All Seniors and Their Families are Invited!
Avon’s Senior Awards Night is coming in May!
Students and parents are invited to Senior Awards
Night on Monday, May 15, 2017. A light reception
and art show will begin the evening at 6:30pm,
followed by the Awards Program at 7:00pm.
The accomplishments of our senior class will be
highlighted throughout the evening. Please join us
for an evening of recognition and celebration.
Although all seniors and their parents and families are
invited to attend Senior Awards Night, students receiving an
award or scholarship will be sent a letter notifying them closer to
the date of the program. Recipients are expected to attend.
Please send your RSVPs for the evening to Nancy Shelton at
[email protected] by Wednesday, May 10, 2017. We
look forward to seeing you there.
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Senior Open Campus Exam Policy
Prom is Saturday, May 20th
DATE:
Saturday, May 20, 2017
TIME:
6:00pm to 11:00pm
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Avon High School will be operating on an
Open Campus Policy on the second day of Senior Exams
on Tuesday, May 30th.
WHERE: La Centre
25777 Detroit Rd.
Westlake, OH 44145
THEME:
New York, New York
Under the following conditions, seniors at Avon High
School only need to be in school on Tuesday, May 30th, when
they are taking an exam.
1.
Open campus policy applies Tuesday, May 30, 2017, only.
2.
Students must report to their final exam periods. In order to pass
a course, a student must take the exam or fail the course.
3.
Students may leave the school grounds during open campus
times on Tuesday, May 30th. Those seniors who do not
leave the building are to report to study hall in Room 136.
4.
If a student is unable to attend school on May 26th or May
30th, a parent / guardian MUST call the attendance line at
934-1770 and report the child’s absence. Only students who have
been called off and are excused may make up exams.
5.
Students are responsible for being in class on time for each
scheduled exam.
(Please see Pg. 7 for information on After Prom.)
6.
Students must remain in their class for the entire period.
PLEASE NOTE: Prom is a formal event. Formal attire is required. All
7.
The Avon Local Schools is not liable for
students when they leave school grounds.
Note:
Students must be on campus for Commencement
practice the morning of Thursday, June 1st at
8:30am. There are no classes for seniors on
Monday, May 29th or Wednesday, May 31st.
FOR WHOM: All Avon High School juniors and seniors and their prom
dates are invited to attend. All dates who do not attend Avon High
School must have a guest date form completed in advance. Guest date
forms may be picked up in the Main Office and in Student Services
prior to ticket sales. Guest forms must be completed and turned in to
your assistant principal by Wednesday, May 3, 2017.
TICKET SALES:
All Prom tickets will be sold in
advance starting on Wednesday, April 26, 2017, and
ending on Friday, May 5, 2017. Tickets are $80 each.
Tickets will be sold during lunches in the Commons and
in Student Services from 3:10pm-3:30pm. No tickets will be
sold during the school day outside of lunch periods. Checks
for Prom tickets can be made payable to: Avon Board of
Education. Purchased Prom tickets are non-refundable.
Prom tickets and After Prom tickets must be purchased separately.
guests who are not Avon High School students must present a photo ID in
order to be admitted to prom. All guest forms must be approved by the
administration prior to ticket sale.
Prom is a school sponsored event. All school rules of conduct will apply to
all AHS students and their dates. Should a student’s or their guest’s behavior
warrant removal from Prom, a parent or guardian must pick up their student
from the event.
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Final Exam Schedule
2017 AVON HIGH SCHOOL
SENIOR CLASS EXAM SCHEDULE
Don’t Miss After Prom
DATE:
Saturday, May 20, 2017 and
Sunday, May 21, 2017
TIME:
11:30pm to 2:00am
(Regular Bell Schedule)
Thursday,
May 25th
Friday,
May 26th
Early Bird
Class
Tuesday,
May 30th
Thursday,
June 1st
Early Bird
Exam
Continental
Breakfast
8:30am
Seven
WHERE: Avon Heritage Church Hall
36465 Chester Rd.
Avon, OH 44011
44145
Classes
or
First Half
of 2-Day
Exams
Senior
Make-Up
Exams
to be
Scheduled
as needed
Only
Class Meeting &
Commencement
1st Period Exam /
1st Period
Practice in the
or Release
Open Campus
Main Gym
after breakfast
until finished
Cap, Gown,
Tassel and
nd
nd
2 Period
2 Period
Commencement
Class
Exam
Parking Pass
Distribution
Optional Senior
3rd Period
3rd Period
Class Picnic
From approx.
Exam
Open Campus
12:00noon
(Details to follow.)
th
th
th
th
th
th
4 ,5 ,6
4 ,5 ,6
Please note:
Period Classes /
Period
There is no school
or Release
Exams
for seniors on
7th Period
7th Period
Monday,
Exam
Open Campus
th
th
May
29th,
8 Period Class /
8 Period
and
or Release
Exam
Wednesday,
9th Period Exam /
9th Period
May 31st.
or Release
Open Campus
FOR WHOM:
All Avon High School juniors and
seniors and their prom dates are invited to attend
After Prom. Students do not need to attend Prom to be
able to attend After Prom. This year’s After Prom
party will be a great opportunity to get-together with
friends in the evening after Prom. Get ready for a good time!
TICKET SALES: Tickets for After Prom are only
$10 per person and are available for sale during
lunches in the Commons starting on Monday, May
8, 2017, and ending on Friday May 12, 2017.
Checks for After Prom tickets can be made payable
to: Class of 2018.
Please note that Prom tickets and After Prom tickets must be purchased
separately. (Please see Pg. 6 for information on Prom.) cash or checks made
payable to: Avon High School Junior Class.
QUESTIONS: If you have any questions about After Prom, feel free to
contact Michelle Rennette through email at [email protected].
After Prom is hosted by the parents of upperclassmen and is not a school
sponsored event. Persons suspected of drug / alcohol consumption will be
referred to law enforcement, and there will be no refund of ticket costs.
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School Fees are due May 1st.
Caps, gowns, tassels and Commencement
parking passes will not be distributed to any
student with outstanding financial obligations.
All Avon High School student fees, JVS fees, previous lost or
missing textbooks, athletic equipment, pay to participate fees, and any other
financial and / or material obligations are due on Monday, May 1, 2017.
This will include any balances from previous years. Future fines from
missing materials, library obligations, damaged textbooks or other lost
items or obligations must be resolved prior to the end of the day on
Tuesday, May 30, 2017. Diplomas will not be presented and transcripts
will not be released until all school obligations are paid. Fees due are
available on PowerSchool.
Caps, gowns, tassels and Commencement parking passes
will not be distributed at Commencement practice on the
morning of Thursday, June 1, 2017, to any student with
outstanding financial obligations.
Fee payments are currently accepted through the www.payforit.net
online credit card system or by check or money order, made out to the
Avon Board of Education. Payment can be delivered to school with your
senior prior to May 1st or can be mailed to: Avon High School, 37545
Detroit Road, Avon, OH 44011. Questions about fees can be directed to
Sandy Batesole at 934-6171.
Avon High School Graduating Class
Alumni Information
The Avon High School Alumni Association would like to invite all
2017 graduating seniors to join the Avon Alumni Association. Joining is
easy. Keep in touch with fellow alumni, stay up-to-date about reunions, and
remain connected to Avon! The lifetime membership is free, and you’ll get
full access to everything the Alumni Association has to offer. Do you need
help connecting with the school? We can help. Trying to get in touch with
past graduates? We are there for you.
How to register: Visit www.alumni.avonclubs.org. Click “Register”,
then just take a minute to fill out your name and other information.
Contact: Nolan Andersky at [email protected].
The Alumni Association congratulates all of the 2017 graduates and
wish them the very best of luck in their future!
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Mandatory Commencement
Practice at Avon High School will
be held Thursday, June 1st.
On Thursday, June 1st, there is a Mandatory Senior
Commencement Practice. All graduating seniors must attend. The
practice will start with a continental breakfast at 8:30am.
If a senior does not attend this practice, he or she will not be
able to attend Commencement without preapproval from the AHS
administration. This practice is mandatory.
An optional senior class picnic is being planned by the senior class
officers the same day. This senior class picnic will take place
following practice on Thursday, June 1st beginning at approximately
12:00 noon. Details will follow from the senior class officers.
An Important Note To Seniors
The following information appears in the Student Handbook.
Please read carefully.
All graduating seniors must reconcile all financial obligations
with the school prior to receiving their cap and gown and / or diploma.
Only those students clearing all obligations and meeting the graduation
requirements may participate in Commencement. Commencement is a
privilege and not a right. For failure to pay fees, disciplinary actions and/or
other reasons, the administration has the right to deny the privilege of
participating in Commencement and all activities associated with it. Participation
in Commencement exercise is optional. Seniors who choose not to participate
should sign the opt-out on the last page of this guide and return to the Student
Services Office at least ten (10) days prior to Commencement exercises.
Those students who choose to take part in the graduation ceremony must
fulfill the obligations of cooperating during the practice session, and they
must attend all practice sessions. Students who fail to meet these obligations
may be denied the privilege to participate in the Commencement ceremony.
Requests for missing practice must be made to the principal prior to the actual
practice. Since the time and dates of the practice sessions are publicized in
advance, no excuse will be honored for work and appointments.