Madison High School
Seniors Information
Class of 2013
Commencement Tuesday, June 11th at 5:30 p.m. at the Memorial Coliseum
Dear Parent/Guardian of Madison Senior:
It is time to prepare for Commencement for the Class of 2013. We hope that this graduation will be a memorable occasion for all. There are always many questions and concerns about the actual event. The following will provide you with the information you need and, hopefully, answer all the questions you might have. Your student will receive a copy of this information at our mandatory senior meeting on Thursday, March 21st from 9:40am to 10:00am.
To participate in the commencement your student MUST be present at TWO mandatory rehearsals in order to receive all the information necessary for the ceremony. The first rehearsal will be at Madison High Auditorium on Monday June 10th at 8:45 a.m. sharp until about 11:00 a.m. Following this rehearsal the student will be issued their commencement tickets after clearing all fines. We also ask that the students clear out their lockers, if they have not already done so. The second rehearsal is at the Memorial Coliseum on Tuesday June 11th at 12:00 (noon) p.m. sharp until about 2:00. We have time constraints and must start and finish on time. This rehearsal is the one in which we actually go through the entire ceremony. Please put these dates on your calendar and arrange for your student to be at these rehearsals.
2. Failure to obey school rules resulting in a disciplinary action Level 3 or greater may result in forfeiture of participation in commencement. The following school board 60-day policy is in effect as of April 6th. “Commencement Disqualification Seniors may be disqualified from participation in commencement exercises and related activities if within 60 days of the last senior school day they are found to be in violation of District Drug and Alcohol policy or any violation resulting in a disciplinary action Level 3 or greater.”
3. Directions to the Memorial Coliseum are as follows: I-84W to I-5N. Exit I-5 at the Broadway exit. Continue one block north and take a left onto Broadway. Follow the signs to Rose Quarter parking.
4. Parking will be on the street or in the Rose Quarter Parking Lot. Parking is a minimum of $8 per car. We encourage you to car pool. There also is Tri-Met and MAX service within walking distance to the Memorial Coliseum. We encourage you to arrive early.
5. Doors open at 4:45 on Tuesday, June 11th. Tickets are General Admission. Please arrive together if you would like to sit together. Every individual (including infants) must have a ticket. Please be seated before 5:15 p.m. We are followed immediately by another school’s graduation and must start on time.
The procession of the graduates is an important part of the ceremony, and we want everyone to be able to see the event. The main arena floor is for graduates and faculty only. Please gather all belongings from your student and do all picture taking prior to the ceremony as the ushers will not allow you to be on the main floor area. Handicapped seating areas will be available; see an usher when you arrive. Signers may be provided for the hearing impaired if requested in advance.
6. You must take pictures from your seats. No one will be allowed on the Coliseum floor during the ceremony. If you have a video camera, you must have battery-operated equipment-NO TRIPODS. Aisles must not be blocked. Professional photos (by Wally Kempe & Associates) will be taken as each graduate receives his / her diploma. The ceremony will also be taped by KPBS and broadcast on Channel 28. Watch our newsletter for broadcast times. Videos can be purchased through TV Services (503) 916-5838.
7. Please hold all your applause until all the students have received their diplomas, in respect for each graduate, so that all names may be heard. We ask that you please turn off all cell phones.
8. Please stay for the entire ceremony. Graduates will recess out of the arena to Fountain Court where you may mingle. Prior to the ceremony please make arrangements as to where to meet with your graduate immediately following the ceremony.
9. The Memorial Coliseum has very strict rules about noisemakers, air horns, helium balloons, confetti or canned confetti, glass, stickers, beach balls, and outside food or beverages. All are prohibited. Graduates will not be able to wear or carry flowers. There will also be no food or drink allowed at this event, concession stands are closed.
10. Students may still register for the "All Night Grad Party". Buses will begin loading at 10:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 11th at the front turnaround of Madison High School. Buses will leave at 10:15 p.m. and will be returning the next morning at approximately 5:15 a.m. If you have questions, or would like to register your student, please contact Ponekham at 503-806-3033. Your student will be receiving specific instructions at the first rehearsal (i.e. clothing, etc.). Please review these instructions with your student. Please let us know if there are any special needs we need to be aware of. This event will be at no cost to the graduates but donations are appreciated.
11. Dress Code for Graduates at Commencement:
NO JEANS, SHORTS, TENNIS SHOES, NO FLIP FLOPS OR SUN GLASSES.
Men: Dress shirt, tie, dress slacks, dress shoes. Do not wear a sport or suit coat. It will be too warm.
Women: Wear a dress or nice skirt and blouse with flat or low-heeled shoes. Safety pins are helpful with the gown collars. Bobby pins are helpful in keeping your hat in place.
We are including a Senior Calendar for your convenience. We encourage you to review this with your student. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call the Monica at (503) 916-5220, Ext. 79367.
We look forward to seeing you at this memorable event. We extend to your graduate our congratulations and our hopes for a bright future.
Madison High School
wSENIOR 2013 CALENDARw
Class Advisor: Suzanne Setterholm
Prom tickets—Early Bird $20 single, $35 couple
Grad Party Chair: Ponekham Mounsaveng
Questions? Call Monica Chanocua 503.916.5220 ext.79367 Or email Tammy O’Neill
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Wed |
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Last day to complete credit recovery in time for June graduation |
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Wed |
8 & 15 |
Commencement Theme Speaker Try-Outs—2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. by appointment Class Quote: "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail."- Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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Wed |
15 |
Bookkeeper fee lists (athletic fees, etc) will be posted outside of the bookkeeper’s office. Library and textbook fee lists will be posted outside of the library. |
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Mon |
20 |
First day to submit a written request (to Nancy Sullivan, in the Library) for extra Commencement Tickets (Each graduate automatically receives 10.) |
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Tue |
28 |
Last day for seniors to check out library books |
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Wed |
29 |
Locker Clean Out. Students should check in with their 3rd period teacher first so that roll can be taken. |
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Fri |
31 |
Senior Finals – regular Friday Schedule-exams administered during regular class time |
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Mon |
3 |
Senior Finals – regular Monday Schedule - exams administered during regular class time |
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Tue |
4 |
Senior Make up Finals and All Seniors’ Last Day |
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Tue |
4 |
Senior Awards Assembly 9:30 a.m. (meet in cafeteria by 9:00 a.m. in cap & gown) |
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Tue |
4 |
Free Senior Brunch 12:30-2:00 after Assembly |
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Tue |
4 |
Senior Fines/Fees Due Seniors library books and fines are due (Each Senior MUST get Ms. Sullivan’s signature to prove they have cleared Library and Textbook accounts BEFORE obtaining graduation tickets. Get cleared now!) |
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Fri |
7 |
Notification of Seniors Not Graduating |
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Mon |
10 |
11 am-12:00 pm: Students who have paid all fees may pick up their graduation tickets in the Auditorium Foyer immediately after rehearsal. Each graduate will automatically receive 20 tickets (this is an increased number). 11 am-3:00 pm: Students may pay fees, return books and pick up their graduation tickets in the library. |
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Mon |
10 |
Mandatory Commencement rehearsal at Madison 8:45-11 a.m. (You can get out earlier if all are on time). - Commencement tickets issued to each graduating senior after payment of past-due fines/fees |
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Tue |
11 |
Mandatory Commencement Rehearsal at the Coliseum—Noon |
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Tue |
11 |
Commencement—Coliseum 5:30 p.m. |
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Tue |
11 |
All Night Grad Party-bus loads MHS Turnaround 10:00 pm, leaves 10:15 pm; returns approx. 6:00 am; signed waiver & fee req’d |
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Commencement Tuesday June 11th 2013
5:30pm at the Coliseum
Doors open at 4:45pm
Directions to Coliseum: I-84W to I-5N. Follow Rose Quarter Exit. Continue one block and take a left onto Broadway. Follow signs to Rose Quarter Parking. Parking is a minimum of $8 per car. Arrive early. Tri-Met and Max are available. No tri-pods, balloons, confetti, noisemakers, balls, ect. allowed. Each guest needs a ticket
