April 26, 2017

Dear Parents of Graduating Seniors,

It is with great anticipation and excitement that we look forward to our 2017, commencement ceremony on Saturday morning, May 20, at 9:00 a.m. at the 1st Bank Center, 11450 Broomfield Lane. With this event only a few weeks away, I know the immense joy and pride you and your senior are feeling. This is a time to celebrate the accomplishments of your son or daughter, and I look forward to hearing about new accomplishments in the next phase of his/her life. On behalf of all of us at Broomfield High School, I extend our sincere congratulations.

Commencement is a dignified ceremony. By keeping this tone, students, parents, and guests will find this to be a much more memorable occasion. I encourage you to review the enclosed documents as we have tried to address issues regarding the ceremony. Please share this information with your student as well. We will talk about these topics with seniors at our rehearsal on May 19; your reinforcement of our expectations is greatly appreciated.

Our “Graduation 2017” document includes many particulars including information regarding dress, diplomas and photography opportunities. Please refer to the specific topics. We want to make sure you have all the details we have regarding our venue.

Doors to the 1st Bank Center will open at 8:00 a.m. Theatre-style seating will comfortably accommodate all of our guests. Handicapped-only seating is available on the main floor adjacent to the graduates. Please see one of the 1st Bank Ushers at graduation, and they will be happy to help you.

The staff and I look forward to seeing you on May 20, 2017.

Yours truly,

Ginger Ramsey

Ginger Ramsey Principal

PRE-GRADUATION EVENTS INFORMATION

May 15 – May 18, 2017 - SENIOR FINAL EXAMS and CHECK OUT:

Checkout forms will be available on Monday, May 15, in the front atrium. Final checkout with Treasurer is Thursday, May 18, at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, May 17, 2017 - EAGLE FLIGHT ASSEMBLY:

The Eagle Flight Assembly will be held in the Eagle Gymnasium. At this time, BHS underclassmen, teachers and staff will bid farewell to the Class of 2017. (This is only for current students and faculty, as this is the only opportunity for our BHS “family” to say goodbye to our graduates.)

Thursday, May 18, 2017 - SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT: Seniors, if you have received any scholarships or awards (even if you are not accepting them), please bring documentation to the Counseling Office by April 28. Invitations will be sent approximately one week before the event. Invitations are sent to seniors who are receiving awards at the ceremony.

Friday, May 19, 2017 - CAP AND GOWN DISTRIBUTION:

Beginning at 9:00 am, Caps, gowns, and tassels will be distributed prior to rehearsal. GRADUATES MUST PRESENT THEIR COMPLETED CHECK-OUT SHEET TO RECEIVE A CAP AND GOWN. We request that seniors press their gowns (with a low heat setting on their irons) for graduation. Any awards not distributed at Senior Awards Night will be distributed at rehearsal.

Friday, May 19, 2017 - GRADUATION REHEARSAL: Graduation rehearsal in the auditorium starting at 10:00 am, all seniors must attend this rehearsal! Friday, May 19, 2017 - SENIOR PICNIC: Noon at Girl Scout Shelter at Midway Park-located on Midway. Saturday, May 20, 2017 - GRADUATION:

• Please see http://www.1stbankcenter.com/venue-info/directions for directions to the 1st Bank Center.

• Main floor seating is reserved for graduates, BHS staff, and handicapped individuals. (No calls needed for handicap seating there is plenty of room).

• No tickets are issued, all open seating.

• Graduates assemble in the 1st Bank Center Practice Gym at 8:00 a.m. Musicians and speakers report to the stage at 7:30 a.m. for sound checks.

• Processional begins at 9:00 a.m. We anticipate the graduation ceremony will be over between 10:30

and 11:00 a.m.

• Please let Mrs. Trujillo know ASAP if your student does not plan to walk in the ceremony. You may reach her at heather.trujillo@bvsd.org

GRADUATION 2017

DATE: Saturday, May 20, 2017 TIME: 9:00 a.m. LOCATION: 1st Bank Center, 11450 Broomfield Lane CEREMONY BEHAVIOR AND DRESS: The graduation ceremony is designed to honor graduates and their accomplishments. Graduates are expected to behave with dignity and respect for themselves, their school, and their friends. It is a time for families to be proud. To maintain the dignity of the ceremony without deflating the joy of the celebration, the dress and behavior code include these stipulations: 1) Students are to wear caps and gowns over street clothes. a) Acceptable attire for senior men is dress pants

(no shorts), a shirt with a collar, and dress shoes (no flip-flops). b) Acceptable dress for senior women is a dress, or blouse and dress slacks or skirt (no shorts), and dress shoes (no flip-flops). Students will be excluded from the line if inappropriately dressed.

2) Mortarboards should be worn with point on forehead. Tassels begin on the left. 3) NO decorations or adornments are allowed on caps or gowns. No corsages or boutonnieres, please. 4) Any student who is in possession or under the influence of alcohol or other illegal substances will not be

allowed to participate in the ceremony. 5) Guests are requested to refrain from whistling or shouting for any one student. This will allow everyone in

attendance to hear the name of each graduate. DIPLOMAS: To avoid possible mistakes and delays during the ceremony, graduates will receive a diploma case, NOT the diploma itself. The diploma will be given after the ceremony in the Practice Gymnasium at the 1st Bank Center (the same area seniors gather before the ceremony). NO diplomas will be issued before the ceremony. GRADUATION HONORS (based on G.P.A. at the end of seven semesters): Students who have earned Summa Cum Laude recognition (4.400 and above cumulative G.P.A.) will receive a medal with a gold ribbon; students who have earned Magna Cum Laude recognition (4.100 to 4.399 cumulative G.P.A.) will receive a medal with a silver ribbon; and students who have earned Cum Laude recognition (3.800 to 4.099 cumulative G.P.A.) will receive a medal with a black ribbon to wear during graduation. Honors medals and NHS stoles will be awarded to students at the Senior Awards Night (7 p.m. on May 18). PHOTOGRAPHY: A professional photographer will take pictures of all graduates as they are congratulated on stage. Ordering information in attached document. Parents and friends who feel a need to take pictures are asked to do so before or after the ceremony. The Jumbotron will display close-ups of students as they walk across the stage and receive their diploma. There will be NO access to the Main Floor until after the ceremony. PARKING: Free parking will be available in the parking garage. Attendants will be available to direct guests to the garage. Handicapped parking will be available. Vehicles must display a handicapped license plate, handicapped sticker, or rearview mirror tag. Guests may also be dropped off near the main entrance if they have difficulty walking long distances.

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