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Class of 2017
Senior Information
740-702-2287
Principal: Jeffrey R. Fisher ext. 16201
Senior Class Advisor: Katie Kern-Blystone ext. 16259
Senior Class Counselor: Sarah Hawthorne ext. 16296
Financial Secretary: Elaina White ext. 16211
Graduation Guru: Kathy Smith ext. 16285
SENIOR GUIDELINES
We expect proper behavior from our students at all times: seniors should remember that you are subject to the same rules
and regulations as any other student, while they are present on school property or participating in any school sponsored
activity. It is important for seniors to understand that in order to discourage practical jokes of any kind; discipline
for typical senior pranks can result in a ten day suspension from school for the student. Should this occur, it
would mean that the individual(s) involved will not be eligible to participate in graduation exercises. After thirteen
years of hard work (K–12), this would be a very sad state of affairs for the student, the parents, and the school. Our goal
is to see each senior walk across our stage at commencement to receive his/her high school diploma with dignity, class,
and pride.
SENIOR SUPERLATIVES
Commemorative Senior Superlative Photographs will be taken on Monday, April 10, 2017 during Periods 5 and 6. Those
who have won Senior Superlative awards have been contacted individually regarding the time, date, and location for
pictures. Those winners MUST be available to be photographed on April 10th during Periods 5 and 6 or someone else will
stand in for you and you vacate your award.
GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
It is customary to send graduation announcements to relatives and friends. Remember, the announcement contains no
personalization; therefore, a name card needs to be included. Announcements should be mailed to reach their
destination approximately two weeks prior to graduation. The outer envelope should show the formal name (Mr. and
Mrs.___) and the inner envelope should show the informal name (Aunt Sue and Uncle Mike). For any questions about
announcements, call Ms. Katie Kern-Blystone (740) 702-2287, ext. 16259, or you can contact Mr. Kirk Thompson, (740)
821-3109. The date for distribution of graduation materials is April 7, 2017. Distribution of materials will take
place in the CHS Cafeteria following the Senior Guidelines Meeting and during lunches. In order to pick up your
order, all balances must be paid in full. If you have not ordered a cap and gown, you need to call Mr. Thompson,
immediately, at (740) 821-3109.
PROM - SATURDAY, APRIL 29
CHS Prom is Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 9:00 p.m. to midnight in the CHS cafeteria. The theme is Carnival.
Tickets will be sold at CHS during lunch periods beginning April 18th: Pickaway Ross Career & Technology Center
students can purchase tickets in the CHS Main Office and tickets will also be available at the door. The ticket price is $15
per person. Pick up guest request forms, for non-CHS students, in the main office beginning April 18th: these are be due
no later than April 26th at 2:30 p.m. (Guests may NOT be middle school students or over the age of 20). Picture ID’s and
tickets are required for everyone to enter Prom, including non-CHS guests.
Nominations for Prom King and Queen will begin April 18th. Email nominations to Ms. Kern-Blystone ([email protected]). ONLY seniors will vote on Friday, April 28th during homeroom (1 st period). Anyone coming in after 1st
period should see Ms. Kern-Blystone that day, Friday, April 28th.
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The Senior Grand March will be held on April 29, 2017 at 7:30 pm in Hatton Memorial Gym. Lineup will begin at 7:00
p.m. in the back hallway in the order of arrival. For the processional, students will enter through the doors from the long
hallway and meet under the basketball hoop. They will then proceed to midcourt, where they will pause and face one side
of the gym and then turn to face the other side. Finally, they will proceed to the other end of the gym. Students must either
go to the balcony, immediately from the gym, or exit the school building through the lobby: if students leave, they will not
be permitted to re-enter; so, if you want to see the crowning of the king and queen, you must go to the balcony.
Grand March will begin at 7:30 p.m. It includes senior couples, seniors and their dates, and senior singles. Prom
King and Queen will be announced at the conclusion: Prom King and Queen must be present to win the crowns. The
Senior Grand March is open to family and friends: all family and friends will sit in the lower bleachers; no one is permitted
to sit on the floor. Seating is on a first come, first served basis: the doors will open for seating at 7 p.m. for
families, spectators, and those marching at Grand March.
Prom pictures are available by Mears Photography. They will be located in the CHS auditorium from 9:00 p.m. until
approximately 11:00 p.m. Picture package information will be given when you purchase your Prom ticket. Pictures will be
delivered to CHS and distributed by Ms. Kern-Blystone. ONLY the person whose name appears on the package will be
able to claim the photo package.
Prom is for CHS juniors and seniors, and their guests. Remember, middle school students and guests older than 20
are not permitted. It is imperative to remember that you (and your guest) MUST have your school or photo ID to
gain entry into the dance. If a CHS student brings a guest, they must arrive together; and all students must arrive
before 10:00 p.m. If you have a situation that will prevent you from arriving by 10:00 p.m., you MUST get approval from
Dr. Fisher BEFORE Prom. Remember, as with any CHS dance or activity, there is no readmission to the Prom.
Prom is a FORMAL event so please adhere to formal dress policies (it is suggested that you wear a suit, or tux, or formal
dresses that meet dress code expectations). Examples of inappropriate non-formal dress attire include jeans, hoodies,
sweats, t-shirts.
Unexcused Absences or OSS and Loss of Privileges:
Over 10 Unexcused Absences, or any OSS, prior to Prom and you lose the right to attend the Prom and all
Prom Related Activities (Grand March and After-Prom included). Further information can be found on pg. 27 of
the Student Handbook
ASAP - After Prom:
The theme for the ASAP party is Vintage Carnival. It will be held from midnight to 4:00 a.m. at the Chillicothe High
School gyms after the Prom on April 29th. There will be inflatable games, free food, and casino and carnival games
throughout the night, there will also be door prizes. Many prizes and scholarships will be given at the end of the night: you
must be present to win. The price of ticket is $10 per person and tickets will be available during the week of Prom (April
24nd) and at the door of After Prom. You must be a junior or senior to buy tickets. You are not required to attend Prom to
attend After Prom. Students who pre-purchase their After Prom tickets will receive a special commemorative gift. After
Prom doors will close and lock at 1:00 a.m.
DELINQUENT OBLIGATIONS
All students are expected to meet their responsibilities and obligations as members of our school, seniors are reminded
that all deficiencies and/or delinquent obligations (required credits, class work, fees, textbooks, detentions, etc.) are to be
taken care of prior to graduation. SENIORS WHO HAVE DELINQUENT OBLIGATIONS WILL NOT WALK AT
GRADUATION. Seniors need to contact Mrs. White (ext. 16211) in the main office concerning obligations. All
fees/obligations must be paid by May 26th. If fees are not paid by 3:00 p.m. on the day of graduation practice, May
26th, seniors will not receive tickets for graduation, their diploma, grade card, or transcripts. Payments made after
May 1st must be made with cash or money order. No personal checks will be accepted after this date. Remember
that library obligations must be paid to the library, not to Mrs. White in the main office. Also, remember that textbook
obligations will be turned in to Mrs. White on May 17th, seniors’ last day of classes/Field Day. Please take care of all
these responsibilities as soon as possible.
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SENIOR EXAMS
Seniors are exempt from final exams EXCEPT AS FOLLOWS: Seniors who are in jeopardy of failing the course,
must take a second semester exam. The second semester grade will be determined by using the same method to
determine the first semester grade. Each nine-week grade is worth two-fifths of the semester grade with the exam
counting one-fifth of the semester grade. Any senior who is required to take an exam will be informed by their
academic teacher by May 10th: if you must take an exam, you will need to report to CHS on Monday, May 22nd at
7:30 a.m. to the Guidance Office for the exam. If you miss your exam on May 22nd, make up exams are May 23rd and
24th, 2017.
ACADEMIC HONORS PROGRAM – April 27th
9th and 10th grades - 8:00 to 8:45 a.m.
11th and 12th grades - 9:00a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
A program honoring students with high academic achievement will be held on April 27th beginning at 8:00 am in the CHS
gymnasium. All parents and family are invited to attend this special honors program; please put this date on your
calendars. The awards given during the program will include certificates, pins, and medallions for those who qualify. The
awards are broken down into the following categories:
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High Honor Roll- 3.5 GPA or better each quarter of the current year: Award-Certificate of Achievement
Honor Roll – 3.0 to 3.49 GPA through each quarter of the current year.: Award- Certificate of Achievement
Distinguished Honor Roll – seniors only, GPA of 3.5 throughout 7 semesters.: Award - Silver Pin
Distinguished Scholar Roll - Cumulative GPA of 3.75 through 5 (Junior) or 7 (Senior) semesters.: Award- Gold Pin
Merit Scholar Roll – seniors only; Cumulative GPA of 3.9 or better through 7 semesters.: Award – Medallion; to
be worn at graduation.
Senior College Scholarships (please have your list of offered/accepted Scholarships turned in to Mrs. Semancik in
the CHS Guidance Office by April 20th at 2:30 p.m.)
SENIOR FIELD DAY
Wednesday, May 17th is designated as Senior Field Day. Seniors will report directly to the CHS main gym promptly at
9:00 a.m. for breakfast, a “Project Graduation” activity at CCSD elementary schools, followed with an informational
meeting regarding CHS Commencement Ceremonies “Project Graduation” is a service project in which all CHS students
walking at CHS Graduation will board buses following breakfast at pre-determined times of 9:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. and
arrive at a predetermined CCSD elementary school to stress the importance of an education and earning a high school
diploma. All Seniors are required to bring their cap and gown to CHS Field Day and wear it to “Project Graduation”
festivities. Once all buses have returned to CHS, CHS seniors will meet regarding graduation information and then will be
dismissed for the day. A group of 5-10 students will go around to various classrooms after the Senior population has left to
prompt discussion regarding high school, the importance of education, and the value of a high school diploma to students.
If you are interested in this aspect of “Project Graduation” please email [email protected]. Students who
volunteer to stay at the elementary schools will need field trip forms and provide their own transportation. This is
a required school day. ALL ASPECTS OF SENIOR FIELD DAY ARE REQUIRED. YOU MUST ATTEND ALL PARTS
TO BE ABLE TO WALK AT GRADUATION. Truancies or absence from this required school day or poor behavior
of any kind could result in the student not being allowed to participate in graduation ceremonies. All school
rules apply this day including dress code.
GRADUATION PRACTICE
There will be a MANDATORY GRADUATION PRACTICE HELD ON FRIDAY, MAY 26th. The practice begins promptly
at 9:00 a.m. in the Ellis B. Hatton Memorial Gymnasium. In order to complete practice in a timely manner, graduates are
advised to LISTEN and FOLLOW DIRECTIONS to speed up the rehearsal. Seniors should make arrangements with their
employers and others so they will be available for practice. Attendance is required. ANY SENIOR NOT IN
ATTENDANCE FOR GRADUATION PRACTICE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO GO THROUGH THE GRADUATION
CEREMONY. All fees and obligations must be cleared by 3:00 p.m. on May 26th. If fees are not paid, seniors will not be
allowed to go through the graduation ceremony and will not receive tickets for graduation, their diploma, grade card, or
transcripts.
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GRADUATION
Graduation will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 28th in the Ellis B. Hatton Memorial Gymnasium. Each graduating
senior will be given five (5) tickets. These are good for either the reserved seats on the floor or the lower level bleachers.
The bleachers in North and South balcony will be available for general admission, no ticket is required. If all tickets are
not needed by your family, please return them to Mrs. Smith, in the Main Office.
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Graduates are to report to the Social Studies Hallway beginning at Mr. McCorkle’s room at 6:00 p.m. Please
enter the building at the main office entrance: only graduates may use this entrance. Family and friends must
enter at the gym. Line up and dress inspection will be at 6:15 p.m.
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Requests for handicap seating need to be turned in to Mrs. Smith in the Main Office by Friday, May 26 th.
At 6:45 on the date of commencement, all remaining seats on the floor and lower level bleachers will be made
available to everyone, even if they do not have a ticket. It is important that your guests arrive early.
It is important to note that our graduation ceremony is a formal affair. Students should realize that they are expected to
behave with dignity and decorum. Unnecessary clapping, whistling, shouting, or any other loud or abusive behavior is
considered inappropriate at such a ceremony. Your commencement is one of the most important memories you may
have during your life. Please make this event one for which you, your parents, and your school will be extremely proud.
COMMENCEMENT GUIDELINES: Proper Attire for Graduation Ceremony:
Males
1. Dark dress pants
2. Dress shirt and tie
3. Dark dress shoes
Females
1. Skirt, Dress, or dress pants and dress shirt
2. Dress shoes
Students arriving in improper attire will not be permitted to participate in the graduation ceremony. Caps are always
worn flat on top of the head with the point of the cap centered in the middle of the forehead. Tassels are worn on
the right side of the cap until such time as commencement honors are bestowed upon the graduate. For any
questions about caps and gowns, call Ms. Kern-Blystone (740) 702-2287, ext. 16259, or our Herff-Jones representative,
Mr. Thompson, at (740) 821-3109. Also, gowns need to be pressed so they are not wrinkled. Remember, there is no
place to store personal items like purses, cameras, etc. in the hallway. Please leave these with a family member in
the audience. Also, please inform family and friends that they should not visit you in the hallway during line-up. Family
and friends must remain in the gym.
Pictures
As a courtesy to the graduate and special guests, we ask members of the audience to take pictures from their seats only.
A professional photographer will photograph each graduate as the diploma is presented. Information regarding picture
prices and procedures will be distributed to the students at graduation practice; direct questions prior to graduation to Ms.
Katie Kern-Blystone (740) 702-2287, ext. 16222 or Mears Photography, 159 E. Water St., (740) 774-4120. After the
recessional, in the Cox Gymnasium, Mears Photography will be available for family and group pictures. Pricing
and ordering information will be available at this time. Orders and payment are due in an envelope on graduation day
Mears, or by Thursday, June 1st. Packages may be picked up on June 13th at Mears Photography. An order form
will be made available at prom.
Videos
CHS’ broadcasting class will videotape the ceremony: cost is $5. Orders are due on graduation day to Mrs. George, or no
later than June 1st. Videos may be picked up at CHS on August 21st. An order form will be supplied at graduation.
The Audience
Clapping, whistling, shouting, or any such loud or abusive behavior is considered inappropriate at a commencement
ceremony. Dignity and decorum are the order of the day. Also, the audience should be courteous and remain seated so
that everyone can see and not have their view blocked by others standing in front of them. There will be no standing
along the rail of the balconies. In addition, guests should not stand in front of the stage to take pictures of graduates as a
professional photographer is available.