Dear Seniors:
Congratulations! Graduation is only a few weeks away. Commencement signifies the successful completion of
one chapter in your life and the beginning of a new chapter. The Class of 2015 will be remembered for your
many contributions to our school in academics, music, arts, athletics and service.
Our commencement ceremony will be held on Wednesday, June 10th, 2015 at 6:30pm in the high school
stadium. As long as the weather cooperates, there are no tickets for the stadium seating. We will simulcast
the ceremony in the auditorium if the weather is too hot for some of our guests. In the event of poor
weather, we will hold the ceremony inside the gymnasium and students will be issued three tickets to the
ceremony for their guests. Overflow seating will be available in the auditorium to allow those without tickets
to view the ceremony via a live simulcast.
On June 10th, STHS will hold a mandatory graduation rehearsal at the high school stadium from 9:00am to
11:00am. At that time, high school staff will conduct a “dry run” of commencement activities. Students must
attend rehearsal to participate in the graduation ceremony. That evening, students should return to the high
school cafeteria no later than 5:30pm to prepare for graduation. Students should leave handbags, cell phones,
and other personal property at home or locked in their cars before reporting to the cafeteria. Remember, you
will not be able to carry anything with you to the stadium.
High school commencement is a formal ceremony. As such, participants and guests should conduct
themselves with the dignity and solemnity appropriate to the occasion. During the ceremony, students will
wear the customary cap and gown, which they have ordered from the high school. Under the cap and gown,
male students should wear a shirt and tie, slacks and shoes. Female students should dress appropriately, as
they would for any other formal ceremony, being careful to avoid high-heeled shoes. Please do not wear
sneakers. Students should refrain from drawing attention to themselves by their dress or behavior, and guests
should demonstrate their enthusiasm with restraint. We look forward to a memorable and exciting ceremony
at which all graduating seniors can be properly recognized for their accomplishments.
The attached information is very important and should be read carefully. If you have any questions, please let
us know.
Sincerely,
Charles E. Rittenhouse, Ed.D.
Important Dates:
June 4th: Language Arts and Social Studies Senior final exams
June 5th: Math and Science Senior final exams
June 8th: Make-up Senior final exams
June 9th: The Senior Awards Assembly will take place at 11:30am in the auditorium.
June 9th: The Senior Parents Luncheon will take place at 1:00pm in the gymnasium. Please RSVP by May 29th to Denise
Buchanan at 215-233-6030, extension 2000 or via email (denise_buchanan@sdst.org). Each senior will receive three
tickets (enclosed) which were included in the senior activity fee. One ticket is for the graduating senior and two tickets
are for their parents/guardians. Additional tickets may be purchased for $7.00. Checks should be made payable to the
“STHS CLASS OF 2015.” Please return the RSVP slip at the bottom of this letter to Denise Buchanan no later than May
29th. After receiving your RSVP, we will mail the luncheon tickets to your home address. Tickets will not be available at
the door. Students will receive their cap and gown after the luncheon.
June 9th: Senior BBQ at 6:30pm in front of and inside the high school gymnasium
June 10th: Commencement Rehearsal (from 9:00am to 11:00am). We will meet in the cafeteria to get organized before
practicing at the stadium. You MUST attend rehearsal in order to participate in the evening ceremony.
June 10th: Commencement Ceremony. You must report at 5:30pm in the cafeteria. The commencement ceremony will
begin promptly at 6:30pm.
Important Information:
Diplomas
Only diploma covers will be distributed to seniors during the commencement ceremony. The actual diploma will be
given to you at the end of the ceremony. You will be informed of the location to receive your diploma at rehearsal.
Return of School Material and Debts
All books must be returned and all school debts/fines must be paid prior to commencement. Check with Mrs. Tara Kane
(tara_kane@sdst.org, 215-233-6030 ext. 2006) if you are unsure whether or not you owe a fine.
Tickets
Each senior will be issued three commencement guest tickets when they receive their cap and gown. Tickets will only be
used if we are forced to hold the ceremony inside the gymnasium due to inclement weather. Graduating seniors do not
need a ticket.
Parking and Seating
Parking and seating will be available for handicapped guests outside the stadium. Please contact Denise Buchanan at
215-233-6030 Ext. 2000 (denise_buchanan@sdst.org) if you need special parking and/or seating.
Senior Luncheon
RSVP Form
June 9th, 2015, 1:00pm
All students receive three tickets (enclosed) for the senior luncheon (one ticket each for the graduate and two guests). All
seniors should return this form for planning purposes. Parents may use this form to purchase additional tickets to the
senior luncheon. Please RSVP to Denise Buchanan, Assistant to the Principal, by Thursday, May 29, 2015.
Name of graduate: ____________________________________________________________________
Total number of people attending the Senior Luncheon (including the graduate) ___________
Please enclose $7.00 for each ticket beyond the first three tickets.
Amount of Check/Cash Enclosed: ____________
Checks payable to STHS Class of 2015.
Please detach and return to Denise Buchanan by May 29th