Woodinville High School

Class of 2014 Important Dates and Events Thursday, June 5 SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT, WHS Gym, 6:30 p.m. CAP, GOWN, YEARBOOK & TICKET DISTRIBUTION Caps and gowns, yearbooks and 4 complimentary commencement tickets will be distributed after the ceremony ends. Additional tickets may also be purchased for $5.00 each at this time. Tickets are required for each guest over the age of 5. See page 2 for additional ticket purchasing details and options. Fines and fees must be cleared to receive the above-mentioned items or purchase extra tickets. Monday, June 9 SENIOR FINALS BLOCK 1/3/5 Tuesday, June 10 SENIOR FINALS BLOCK 2/4/6 Wednesday, June 11 BEACH DAY SENIOR FINAL STATUS DAY The counselors will compile a final list of students still failing and not walking in the Commencement Ceremony. Thursday, June 12 SENIOR LOCKER CLEAN OUT SENIOR CHECKOUT CARDS DISTRIBUTED Distributed during 1 st period due to Counseling Center June 13 Friday, June 13 SENIOR CLASS MEETING - Required WHS Theater, 7:30 a.m. MOVING UP ASSEMBLY WHS Gym, 8:00 a.m. Parents & Guardians Welcome! SENIOR CLASS BREAKFAST by Ticket Only WHS Commons, 9:40 a.m. SENIOR CHECKOUT CARDS DUE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL FOR SENIORS Monday, June 16 REHEARSAL Mandatory to walk at Commencement WHS Theater, 8 10 a.m. - Seniors only! COMMENCEMENT! Comcast Arena at Everett, 3:30 p.m. Admission by ticket only Doors open at approximately 2:45 p.m. Seniors must be dropped off and report to the WHS parent dropoff loop off 136 th Ave NE by 12:30 p.m. to begin preparation to board buses to the ceremony. Woodinville High School GRADUATION GUIDE Class of 2014 Care, Respect, Leadership Information for Woodinville High School Seniors and their Parents COMMENCEMENT DAY SCHEDULE JUNE 16, 2014 3:30 p.m. Comcast Arena at Everett 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA http://www.comcastarenaeverett.com 425.322.2600 8:00 a.m. - Rehearsal Mandatory WHS Gym Seniors only. Do not bring caps and gowns to rehearsal. 12:30 p.m. - Seniors must be dropped off at the WHS parent drop-off loop located off the 136 th Ave NE entrance 2:45 p.m. - Doors at Comcast open 3:30 p.m. - Ceremony begins Seniors MUST: 1. Attend rehearsal to participate in the ceremony 2. Be dropped off at 12:30 p.m. no parking is available for seniors vehicles at WHS June 16-17 3. Ride district transportation to Comcast from WHS 4. Bring their cap and gown on a hanger at 12:30 p.m. marked with their name 5. NOT bring any other personal items on the bus or to the ceremony such as backpacks, purses, phones, snacks, leis, cords other than gold NHS cords, etc. 6. Have a return ride home from Comcast Arena Page 1

Introduction Classes for seniors technically ends on Thursday, June 12. However, school for seniors does not officially end until the Commencement Exercises conclude on June 16. The final days of seniors secondary education will be busy, interesting and important, and at the same time will provide the opportunity to participate in many exciting events. Seniors will be completing course work, taking AP exams, preparing for finals, etc. The importance of all of this suggests a need for summarizing vital responsibilities and activities. Requirements for Participating in Commencement Exercises Satisfactorily completing all Northshore School District and State of Washington graduation requirements and participating in the commencement rehearsal are prerequisites for participation in the Commencement Ceremony. Additionally, students must clear all fines and obligations. A few days before the final day of classes, seniors teachers are charged with the responsibility of inspecting and assessing the damage to equipment, supplies, and/or books and adding those items to the fine list, if necessary. Please check at home and return all books, equipment and property that belong to the Northshore School District to the staff member who checked it out to the student. Commencement Expectations and Responsibilities Student, parent and guardian cooperation in making this year s Commencement Ceremony a successful endeavor is expected and appreciated. The administration, faculty, and classified staff have given the Commencement Ceremony for the class of 2014 considerable thought and planning. The wish for our seniors final appearance as a Woodinville High School Falcon is that the occasion will be one in which students, parents, grandparents, relatives, and friends will be proud. Continuing the WHS tradition of excellence and pride, we are focused on making the ceremony a memorable and dignified event. We are asking that all seniors, parents, guardians and guests join in this focus. The ceremony itself is honorable and one of pomp and circumstance. It is the expectation of the Northshore School District that all students will follow school rules before, during and after the Commencement Ceremony. Graduates will be expected to behave appropriately and with respect throughout the ceremony. Please assist us by making sure that any items that may take away from the ceremony (e.g., silly string, firecrackers, beachballs, noisemakers, confetti, etc.) are not brought to the ceremony. Comcast Arena staff will check students, parents and guardians for these items, other inflatables, or anything on their person that could cause a disruption to the ceremony upon arrival at the Arena. The moment when a student s name is read is a milestone that will only happen once in a person s lifetime the culmination of 13 years of schooling. This moment is of significant importance to each graduate s parents or guardians and guests. In an effort to provide a respectful moment for each of our graduates and their families, we are asking that you refrain from excessive celebrating when student names are called so everyone has the opportunity to be proud and to hear their senior s name called. The celebration portion of the ceremony will take place following the traditional turning of the tassel at the completion of the formal ceremony. Then, let s cheer in support of our 2014 graduates with Falcon spirit and pride! Commencement Tickets A ticket is required for each guest who attends Commencement. A ticket is not required for children 5 and under. Each graduate will receive 4 complimentary tickets. Additional tickets are available for $5.00 each. Fines and fees must be cleared or paid to receive complimentary tickets or purchase additional tickets. There is no limit on the number of extra tickets that can be purchased. Tickets will be available after the Senior Awards Night ceremony ends June 5 and from the Cashier s Office June 6 - June 16 with cash or check payable to WHS. Online ticket sales will run from after the Senior Awards Ceremony June 5 through June 13. Tickets purchased online will need to be picked up at the WHS Cashier s Office with proof of purchase by June 16. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the Comcast Arena main entrance June 16, 1:30-3:30 p.m. with cash or check payable to WHS. All seating is first come, first serve. Private boxes and suites are off limits to guests before, during and after the ceremony and will be monitored by Comcast security. Policy on Substance Use Any student who is found to have been using alcohol or other drugs at senior end-of-the-year events, extra-curricular activities or on graduation day will not be allowed to participate in the events and/or the Commencement Ceremony. Page 2

Transportation & Parking for Graduating Seniors at WHS on June 16 Onsite parking at WHS is not available for seniors vehicles from after rehearsal June 16 through June 17. Graduating seniors must be dropped off at the Woodinville High School parent drop-off loop located off the 136 th Ave NE entrance by 12:30 p.m. June 16. This is the last time parents and guardians will have contact with their student until after the ceremony. All seniors will then board NSD buses that will take them to the ceremony at Comcast Arena at Everett. Seniors are transported via bus one-way and upon completion of the Commencement Ceremony will be released to their parents/guardians who are responsible for transporting their graduate home from Comcast. Graduates attending the Graduation Night Event, hosted by senior parents, should be back to WHS by 8:45 p.m. June 16. Graduates should return to WHS by 5:45 a.m. June 17 at which point they must be picked up by a parent or guardian no later than 6:00 a.m. Drop off and pick up for Grad Night will be in the WaNIC parking lot located off the 195th Street NE entrance to WHS (the bus loop entrance). Overnight parking is NOT available at Woodinville High School for any seniors, parents or guardians June 16-17. NO EXCEPTIONS. Contact Grad Night Team Member Julie Knox or Sarah Halbert at whsgradnightinfo@gmail.com or 206.356.9877 or visit http://whsgradparty.webs.com/ for any Graduation Night Event related inquiries or details. Graduation Regalia Graduation attire: v Males should wear dress shirts and ties v Females should wear dresses, skirts or dress pants and blouses (gowns are white, dark clothing shows through and should be avoided). Dresses worn under the gown should not show at the gown s neckline or below the hemline of the gown and long dresses are not recommended. v Please do not wear jeans or tennis shoes v Flower leis are not allowed during the ceremony v Tape, signs, flowers and other decorations are NOT permitted on the cap or gown Care of gown: v v Valuables: Place the gown on a hanger and allow it to hang until graduation day (this permits wrinkles to straighten out and should eliminate the need for pressing). The gown should be brought at 12:30 p.m., June 16 on a hangar marked with the graduate s name. If necessary, press with a cool to lukewarm iron (a hot iron will melt the fabric) v There is no secure storage at Comcast. Seniors are NOT to bring purses, phones, cameras, clothes, etc. Valuables should be kept by parents/guardians during the ceremony. WHS assumes no responsibility for lost or stolen items. Pictures Guests are welcome to take pictures from their seats. Guests will not be permitted on stage or on the arena floor to take pictures at any time, without exception. A tripod section will be set up in Section 203 to provide those individuals with enough space, as well as to comply with city rules and regulations in the building. With no obligation, Grad Images will take pictures of each graduate on the stage. Seniors can preregister at www.gradimages.com. Grad Images will also ask students to complete a registration card before the ceremony. Students who preregister or provide an email address will receive an email with a link directly to their proofs. Those who provide only a mailing address will be contacted by U.S. mail. Comcast Event Center Entry & Prohibited Items Comcast s northwest doors at Hewitt and Oakes will open at approximately 2:45 p.m. Guests and seniors will be searched by Comcast staff prior to entry. For guests, there will be two lines into the building, one for those without bags and one for those with bags. We strongly recommend all bags be left at home as the bag check line is lengthy. Balloons, backpacks, oversized bags, outside food and beverages, confetti (including silly string or similar items), bottles, cans, glass (including vases), coolers, helmets, chains, spikes, tents, laser pointers, fireworks, weapons, animals or pets (except ADA), INFLATABLES and AIR HORNS are not allowed in Comcast Arena. Again, you will not be allowed to bring items such as balloons inside Comcast. Please contact Comcast Arena at 425.322.2600 if you have any questions about this policy. Page 3

Parking and Drop Off Areas at Comcast Plan ahead! Please allow time to find parking and to then make your way to the Comcast Arena main entrance at Hewitt and Oakes. (Note that Inglemoor High School s ceremony is scheduled from 12-2 p.m. just preceding WHS s ceremony.) ADA parking is available on Oakes Avenue in the Snohomish County Parking Garage. Convenient drop off and pick up areas for guests are located along Hewitt Avenue and Oakes Avenue. There is street parking around the center that is free and there are nearby garages that run around $5. Please note that during the day street parking around Comcast is available for only 90 minutes up until 6 p.m. Driving Directions From the North Take I-5 South to Exit #194 US-2/Everett Avenue Take the Everett Avenue ramp towards the City Center Turn right onto Everett Avenue Turn left onto Broadway Avenue Turn right onto Hewitt Avenue Entrance is at Hewitt and Oakes Avenue From the South Take I-5 North to Exit #192 Broadway (exit is now on the RIGHT side of the freeway) The exit will take you onto Broadway Avenue heading north Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue Entrance is at Hewitt and Oakes Avenue From the East Merge onto US-2 West Turn slight left to take the I-5 South ramp toward Seattle/Everett/Hewitt Avenue Take the ramp toward Hewitt Avenue/City Center Turn slight right onto California Street Turn left onto Maple Street/WA-529 Turn right onto Hewitt Avenue/US-2 ADA Accessibility Information It is best to contact Guest Services at Comcast directly if you have specific concerns regarding ADA accommodations, as Comcast oversees all guest entrance and seating of guests. Specific ticket purchases for ADA seats is not available for commencement ceremonies. All seating is first come, first serve. Wheelchair accessible seating along with companion seating is available on all levels. Aisle seats are available to guests with limited mobility. Comcast has 2 wheelchairs available by the northwest doors for those guests who need help reaching their seating location and Guest Services staff will assist with wheelchair escorts. Borrowed wheelchairs cannot be kept throughout the entire ceremony. One companion can enter through a separate entrance with the disabled guest at the SE doors that are at Lombard & Wall. ADA parking is available on Oakes Avenue and in the Snohomish County Parking Garage. Convenient drop off and pick up areas for guests are located along Hewitt Avenue and Oakes Street. For further ADA seating related access information and inquiries, please contact Comcast Arena at Everett at 425.322.2644. ADA seating can be found in sections: 101, 118, 120, 201, 206, 219, & 220 Page 4

Personal Amplified Listeners & Interpreters Personal Amplified Listener units are available free of charge with a photo ID at the Guest Services Desk at the Main Entrance. The devices are subject to availability and distributed on a first come, first served basis. If interpreter services are needed, please advise Denise Schwans at dschwans@nsd.org or 425.408.7405 no later than May 23 rd. Concessions Comcast will sell simple snack items such as candy, popcorn, some prepackaged choices and non-alcoholic beverages at one concession stand by the main entry (near section 120) for ceremony guests. Seniors should have a meal prior to arriving at WHS at 12:30 p.m. to board the buses for Comcast. Food and beverages are not allowed on the buses or the arena floor. Seating and Reuniting After the Ceremony Seniors will be seated on the arena floor on either the GREEN side of the arena that borders sections 118 and 119 or the BLUE side that borders sections 107 and 108. Your senior will be advised in advance as to which side he or she will be located. Seating information will also be posted on the WHS Class of 2014 webpage by June 13. Seating for guests is first come, first serve by ticket only (see page 2 for additional information regarding ticket details and purchasing options). Guests are not allowed on the arena floor at any time. Private boxes and suites are off limits to guests before, during and after the ceremony and will be monitored by Comcast security. Once graduates have departed the arena floor, guests must exit their seats immediately and may reunite with their graduate in the View Lounge, concourses or an outside pre-determined destination. Alpha signs A-Z will be posted on the concourse walls to help graduates and families reunite. Page 5

Parent Sponsored Graduation Night Event Graduates attending the Graduation Night Event should be back to WHS by 8:45 p.m. June 16. Graduates should return by 5:45 a.m. June 17 at which point they have to be picked up by a parent or guardian no later than 6:00 a.m. Drop off and pick up will be in the WaNIC parking lot located off the 195th Street NE entrance to WHS (the bus loop entrance) NOT the Main Office drop off/pick up loop. Overnight parking is NOT available at Woodinville High School for any students June 16-17. NO EXCEPTIONS. The Graduation Night Event is sponsored by a senior parent group and is not a Northshore School District sponsored event. Questions and further details regarding the parent-sponsored Graduation Night Event should be directed to Julie Knox or Sarah Halbert at whsgradnightinfo@gmail.com or 206.356.9877 or visit http://whsgradparty.webs.com/ for any Graduation Night Event related inquiries or details. Diploma Packets Graduates are presented with a diploma cover at the Commencement Ceremony. Diplomas, along with transcripts and immunization records, will be available for pick up in the Main Office beginning July 1, 8 a.m. 1 p.m. Please make arrangements to pick up the packet and note that all fines and fees must be paid for its release! If a person other than the graduate or the graduate s parent/guardian will pick up the packet, a written note signed by the graduate is required. The party picking up the packet will be required to show photo ID and sign for its receipt. Cap & Gown Donations WHS gladly accepts donations of caps and gowns for future graduates in need. Graduates who are not planning on keeping their cap and/or gown are welcome to bring it in to the Main Office when picking up their Diploma Packet. Campus Expectations School continues for underclassmen June 17-18. Seniors are reminded not to return to the WHS campus except for previously scheduled activities or to be working with designated instructors. The WHS Graduation Team thanks you for your support! Kurt Criscione Bryan Stutz Heather Hiatt Kurt Criscione Bryan Stutz Heather Hiatt Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal Denise Schwans Nathan Davis Heatherjoy Boi Roberta Porter Denise Schwans Nathan Davis Heatherjoy Boi Roberta Porter Graduation Coordinator Science Teacher/Soccer Coach College/Career Counselor Counseling Office Mgr. Lorie Bettelyoun Kevin Tjoelker Ruth Krochmalny Danielle Yamada Lorie Bettelyoun Kevin Tjoelker Ruth Krochmalny Danielle Yamada Counselor A-Ch Counselor Cl-J Counselor K-Ra Counselor Re-Z Care Respect Leadership GO Falcons! Page 6

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Senior Class Timeline 2013 All students who wish to participate in the Commencement Ceremony, including students in Running Start or other outside programs, need to pay particular attention to the following dates. Seniors and parents are encouraged to check the WHS Class of 2014 webpage and the WHS Upcoming Events Calendar for ongoing and updated news and information as we proceed through the end of the year. Note that student fines and fees must be paid or cleared before students can purchase any event tickets, pick up their announcements, cap, gown and yearbook, diploma packet and/or participate in the Commencement Ceremony. Nov June Grad Night Event tickets are on sale. Grad Night is sponsored by the parents of graduating seniors and is not affiliated or sponsored by WHS or the Northshore School District. Financial assistance is available based on need. Contact the senior parent group by email at WHSGradNightInfo@gmail.com. May 1 National deadline for accepting college admission offers 2 Senior Survey/Scholarship Notification form due to the Counseling Center. Every senior must complete and return a Senior Survey. 2 After mid- term testing, counselors will send parents a letter of notification advising them of those seniors failing a required course, missing graduation requirements, or not in compliance with the attendance policy. 2-3 Spring Musical @ WHS Theater, 7 p.m. 5-9 Teacher Appreciation Week 5-16 AP Exams Testing Window 8-10 Spring Musical @ WHS Theater, 7 p.m. 9 Last Day to purchase Grad Night Event Ticket from Senior Parent Group (whsgradparty.webs.com) 16 Fine Arts Assembly Altered Schedule 19 Senior Class Meeting, Commencement Seating Information @ WHS Theater, Options (Running Start and Late Arrival students, please plan to attend) 21-22 Seniors needing to appeal second semester attendance and apply for credit reinstatement will be contacted directly by the Attendance Office. 21-22 Commencement seating sign ups @ Commons, both lunches (Running Start and Late Arrival students, please plan to attend). Seniors who did not return a Senior Survey (due May 2) will not be allowed to sign up for Commencement seating and will have their seating assigned. 26 Memorial Day No School 29 Applications for Credit Reinstatement for seniors required to appeal second semester attendance due. Seniors required to appeal will be contacted directly by the Attendance Office May 21-22. 29 National Honor Society Induction & Recognition @ WHS Commons, 6:30 8 p.m. 30 All independent online coursework must be completed by the student and their final grade verified by the counselors. Participation in the Commencement Ceremony may be in jeopardy for online coursework verified after that date. * As soon as seniors know which post- secondary school he or she is attending, request final transcripts. If transcripts need to be mailed to a college, seniors must bring an addressed, stamped envelope to the Counseling Center. June 3 Mathematics End- of- Course (EOC) Exams 5 Teachers will notify the counselors of those students with failing grades 5 Senior Awards Night @ WHS Gym, 6:30 p.m. A reception will be held following the program. Caps and gowns, yearbooks and four complimentary Commencement tickets will be distributed after the ceremony (Running Start students, please plan to attend). A ticket is required for each guest that attends Commencement. A ticket is not required for children 5 and under. You may also purchase Commencement tickets for $5.00 each after the ceremony ends June 5 or at the WHS Cashier s Office June 6-16 with cash or check payable to WHS. Online ticket sales run June 6-13. Tickets purchased online must be picked up at the WHS Cashier s Office by June 16. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the Comcast Arena main entrance June 16, 1:30-3:30 p.m. with cash or check payable to WHS. Fines and fees must be paid or cleared to receive the above items. 5-6 Senior Class 2 nd Semester Attendance Appeals Meetings, after school by appointment @ WHS Main Office. Seniors who need to appeal will be contacted directly by the Attendance Office. 6 DUI Crash Simulation Altered Schedule 6-13 For those who did not attend Senior Awards Night: Caps and gowns will be available for pick up at Jostens located at 1716 4th Street in Marysville, 360.653.9102. Additional tickets (no limit) may be purchased for $5.00 each at the WHS Cashier s Office June 6-16 with cash or Page 8

check payable to WHS. Online ticket sales run June 6-13. Tickets purchased online must be picked up at the WHS Cashier s Office by June 16. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the Comcast Arena main entrance June 16, 1:30-3:30 p.m. with cash or check payable to WHS. Yearbooks can be picked up at Beach Day, June 11 Fines and/or fees must be paid or cleared to receive the above items. 9 Health/Science Careers Graduation @ WHS Theater, 6 p.m. 9-10 Senior Final Exams 9-10 Second semester attendance appeals results available 11 Beach Day/Underclassmen Yearbook Distribution 11 Seniors who were previously failing and are now passing a required course, are in compliance with the attendance policy and have met all other graduation requirements will be reinstated to the graduation roster and may take part in the Commencement Ceremony. The counselors will contact students and parents via phone. 11 Counselors will compile a final list of students still failing and not walking in the Commencement Ceremony. The counselors will notify the parents by phone and the students will be removed from the final Commencement Ceremony list and not allowed to participate in the ceremony. 12 Senior Checkout Cards will be distributed during 1st period. Students who do not attend WHS classes (i.e. Running Start) do not need to check out. Students with late arrivals may pick up their Checkout Cards from the Counseling Office Manager, Ms. Porter. All completed Checkout Cards must be returned to the Counseling Center by June 13. Students without a completed Checkout Card will not receive a diploma. 13 Senior Checkout Cards due to Counseling Center. 13 Senior Class Meeting @ WHS Theater, 7:30 a.m. Required 13 Moving Up Assembly @ WHS Gym, 8:00 a.m. This is a special time to honor our seniors with the entire school one last time. Parents and guardians are welcome. 13 Senior Breakfast @ WHS Commons, 9:40 a.m. Ticket pricing and sales information to follow on the Class of 2014 webpage. Students must have no fines, fees or remaining obligations left at WHS in order to attend. 13 Commencement seating assignments will be posted on the Class of 2014 webpage. 16 Early dismissal at 9:20 a.m. for sophomores and juniors 16 Commencement Rehearsal @ WHS Theater, 8 a.m. Mandatory. All seniors walking at Commencement MUST attend rehearsal. Seniors only, please! 16 Commencement Ceremony Commencement, Comcast Arena, Everett, WA, 3:30 p.m. Seniors must be dropped off at WHS by 12:30 p.m. All seniors must ride District transportation to Comcast Arena. Graduates must ride home with parents/guardians. There will not be a return bus after the ceremony back to WHS. 16 Grad Night Event - The Grad Night Event is hosted by the Senior Parent Group who can be reached at WHSGradNightInfo@gmail.com or visit whsgradparty.webs.com. The Grad Night Event is not sponsored nor endorsed by the Northshore School District or any of its schools. The district assumes no responsibility for the conduct during or safety of the activities. Northshore School District shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim, or petition filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials including attorney's fees and judgments or awards. Scholarships are available. Seniors should talk to their counselor if one is needed. * As soon as seniors know which post- secondary school he or she is attending, request final transcripts. If transcripts need to be mailed to a college, seniors must bring an addressed, stamped envelope to the Counseling Center. * Gently used cap and gown donations gladly accepted at the WHS Main Office throughout the summer. Check the WHS website for office hours. July 1 Graduates may pick up their diplomas, second semester grades, final transcript and immunization records beginning July 1 st in the Main Office, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. 1 p.m (closed July 3 rd and 4 th ). All credits must be officially verified and WHS fines, fees and/or remaining obligations must be paid or cleared before the diploma, transcript and other documentation will be released. If a graduate needs a final transcript mailed to a college, it is his or her responsibility to bring an addressed, stamped envelope to the Counseling Center. * As soon as seniors know which post- secondary school he or she is attending, request final transcripts. If transcripts need to be mailed to a college, seniors must bring an addressed, stamped envelope to the Counseling Center. * Gently used cap and gown donations gladly accepted at the WHS Main Office throughout the summer. Check the WHS website for office hours. Page 9