Grosse Ile Township Schools

l o o h c S h g i H Grosse Ile
2013 Special Edition Class of 2013 Newsletter

Important information for Seniors and Parents/Guardians of Seniors:

We are looking forward to a strong finish for this truly exceptional group of young men and women in the Class of 2013! In preparation, please read this document closely and ensure that every student who intends to graduate on June 6 at 7:00 p.m. is aware of ALL of the following: Grosse Ile High School and the Grosse Ile School Board require graduating students to attend school through May 29, with Senior Recognition Day the morning of May 30. Note: Senior Recognition Day is NOT open to the public. Senior exams are May 24-29. No exams are to be taken prior to May 24. There are no exceptions unless the student and teacher receive prior written approval by Administration due to an unavoidable conflict for the student. Seniors who miss an assigned exam time due to an excused or required absence will need to make up the exam during the school day on May 30 or May 31 at a time determined by the teacher, unless the exam can be made up during regularly scheduled class time on May 28-29. Attendance is required and counts every day up to and including May 29. Students that exceed allowed absences for any class (ten) are required to make up time or lose credit for that class (see postscript below). All time owed must be made up by 3pm on Friday, May 31. Seniors that miss their assigned exam time for an unexcused absence (skip) will receive a zero on the exam, which could result in loss of credit for the course. (see postscript below) Participation in the graduation ceremony is a privilege, not a right. In order to participate in graduation, all of the following must be true: 1. The student has earned a diploma or certificate of attendance; 2. The student has completed all necessary coursework, credits, and requirements (including making up time, returning texts, paying fees and fines, serving detentions, etc.) by 3pm on May 31,

3. The student's behavior is in good standing -- students whose behavior is inappropriate per the student handbook may not be allowed to participate at the discretion of Administration. The code of conduct is in effect at all times when the student is on school property or at a school event, including the ceremony itself. 4. The student attended the graduation rehearsal (or was excused for a verified and unavoidable reason such as hospitalization or court order). Work is NOT an unavoidable reason. 5. The student is wearing proper and appropriate attire as will be explained to the students at rehearsal. Class of 2013 Graduation Rehearsal (Mandatory):

Graduation RehearsalWednesday, June 5th, Time 1:00 pm, Place: High School AuditoriumMANDATORY FOR ALL SENIORSAll fines must be paid by this date. Caps and gowns will be distributed to all seniors who have taken care of all fines with teachers, office, athletics, band, chorus/choral, etc. No cap or gown will be distributed until all debts have been settled. Please iron your graduation gown which you will pick up at rehearsal. This is a special occasion and we want our graduates to look their best. Appropriate attire, including shoes, is expected. Lockers must be cleaned and emptied on or before May 24th. Locks must be locked and left on your locker or a $7 fee is incurred. GRADUATION DAY Thursday, June 6th, Time 7:00 pm, Place: Grosse Ile High School Gymnasium. Graduates arrive between 5:30 and 6:00 pm in the auditorium prior to Graduation. Tickets are not needed for graduates, family and friends to attend the graduation ceremony held in the gym. Most seating is bleachers, however, some floor chairs will be available for guests with disabilities on a first come basis. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Diplomas, medical records, scholarship information must be picked up after the ceremony in the auditorium by the graduate. These items will not be mailed. Graduation is a formal event, proper behavior and attire is expected of all in attendance. Do not bring noise makers or other distracting items to the graduation.

Class of 2013 Graduation Day:

A Message from the Counseling Office 1. All seniors have received a senior survey. All surveys should be returned to the Counseling Office by Friday, May 17th to report their graduation plans, scholarships, etc. 2. All seniors receiving a scholarship, grant and/or award must submit a verification letter to the Counseling Office. Please refer to the Senior Survey for further details. 3. Seniors participating in Dual Enrollment, MVHS/BYU or night school must submit official documentation of their grades prior to May 24, 2013 to be eligible to walk at graduation.

Senior Pancake BreakfastThursday, May 30, 2013 7:30 8:10 am. SENIORS ONLY Seniors are invited to a pancake breakfast sponsored by the class of 2016.

Senior Recognition Day Assembly

Thursday, May 30, 2013 8:10 am10:20 am (approximately) High School Auditorium
Grosse Ile High School students, staff, administration and guests will recognize the class of 2013. This is a high school assembly for our students to showcase the class of 2013 and to inspire our underclassmen so that they too can reach their own potential and be recognized their senior year.

Many scholarships and awards will be announced. Appropriate dress required dress code will be strictly enforced. This is an all school assembly; students are required to attend. Seniors will be dismissed at approximately 10:35 am. NOTE TO SENIORS: Please be respectful of the need for underclassmen to have an orderly learning environment. You are expected to stay in the Auditorium or Cafeteria while in the school (do not wander the building). The next time we will see you is Wednesday, June 5th, at 1 pm. MANDATORY graduation rehearsal.