September 30, 2015 (Grad 2016 Update #1) Dear Parent and Graduate, We are very excited to celebrate Grad 2016. As a school we work together with parents and students to organize three events: Prom, Dry Grad and the Graduation Ceremony. We are proud to support school-organized events and fund-raisers throughout the year to assist our Grads in having fun and safe experiences. We invite you to extend your support by becoming involved in the Grad Parent Committee and supporting those events, which ensure the safety and well being of all our graduates. If you would like to become more involved in Graduation activities, your assistance would be very much appreciated. The Grad Parent Committee typically includes the following subcommittees (although this can be adjusted): Fundraising & Canvassing Lasagna Dinner Dry Grad (organization, set-up & security) Phoning / Communication Prom (Dinner & Dance) For more information on volunteering please contact Corey Holding (cholding@interwrap.com) It is important to note that much time and energy is placed in organizing Grad events. While we recognize other events are often considered by Grads and parents (ie a 2nd, non-school sponsored prom, cruises, S-Trips etc.) please note such activities may have an impact on our school culture, safety, and reputation. As such, the school does not support trips or activities organized by students or other companies. These companies do not carry similar responsibilities as school-supervised activities or field trips. If you are considering such activities please exercise due diligence and research “S-Trips + reviews” and forums with parent comments. Considering Dry Grad and Prom will cost approximately $40,000, and solicits financial support from businesses to sponsor a non-alcoholic / drug-free event, we hope you place your efforts in supporting these initiatives. Information regarding Grad activities may be found on the school website: pmss.sd42.ca. The student ‘Grad Committee’ will be created in December (or earlier) and Grads will receive most of their graduation information through their Grad Transitions 12 course, including: yearbook write-ups, ceremony tickets, ceremony write-ups, gown sizing, etc. To assist in understanding the school sponsored events please note the following information: PROM on Friday May 27, 2016 Tickets for GRADS only will go on sale in March (dates to be confirmed). Additional guest ticket information will be released at a later date. If you have any questions or would like to assist this committee, please contact Corey Holding (cholding@interwrap.com). Dry Grad at PMSS, May 27, 2016 Following Prom, graduates are invited to participate in Dry Grad hosted by the Grade 12 parents. Dry Grad is an all-night affair with food, fun, and entertainment. The planning and organization of this event is an enormous task and the parent committee is always in need of volunteers for fundraising activities and/or assisting with the actual event. Committee Chair(s) needed. ….over 1 Graduation Ceremony Rehearsal in PMSS multi-purpose room, DATE--to be announced All graduates must attend the rehearsal. Details will be provided to prepare graduates for the ceremony, including a practice of the processional and recessional. After the rehearsal, graduates will receive cap, gown, guest tickets for the ceremony and yearbook. Having the cap and gown ahead of time allows for photographs prior to the ceremony. Formal Graduation Ceremony at Hard Rock Theatre, Tuesday June 21, 2016 @ 5pm Tickets are $10 each. Each graduate is entitled to an initial allotment of four (4) guest tickets (general seating) which MUST be purchased in February (dates to be announced). To purchase tickets, complete the form Grad Ticket Sales available on the PMSS website in February. Submit the form and payment to Ms. Glosleee (office). Admission to the Hard Rock Theatre is by ticket only. Additional seats will be allocated in pairs, through a random draw if necessary. Recipients of the lottery will be notified after the draw. Graduation celebrations and events will be here faster than you think. Take the time and enjoy the journey. We look forward to joining you, your family and friends in this most memorable occasion. Best regards, Mike Keenan Principal Cheryl Schwarz Vice Principal Grad 2016 Timeline February Grad Ceremony Tickets Sale Must submit Grad write-ups for ceremony Mar. 7th to 9th Ticket sales at lunch for Prom and Dry Grad Submit Guest applications for Prom Thursday March 31st Submission due for Grad pictures for video (Parent Committee) Wed. April 6th Grad Assembly & Valedictorian Nominations (Period 2) Table seating sign-up for Prom Wed. April 20th Valedictorian Nominations Due Tuesday May 3rd Grad BBQ & Valedictorian speeches (Period 2) Friday, May 27th Prom and Dry Grad Date TBC Grad Rehearsal 12:00 (noon) in the MPR Tuesday June 21st Grad Ceremony at Hard Rock Theatre 5pm. 2