Letter for MHS Senior Parents and Students

Dear Graduates and Parents/Guardians of the Class of 2013,

As we approach the 2013 Graduation Ceremony, the Senior Prom, and the numerous senior celebratory events, we are sending this important reminder to parents and students to ensure that the next few weeks remain a safe and pleasurable experience for all.

Our last day of classes for seniors will be Monday, May 20, with senior exams following from May 21-24.

We share the excitement of graduation with all of you. Emotions range from sadness to euphoria and, of course, the perceived freedom from responsibilities. How quickly the spirit of emotions can change to reckless behavior. We have hosted events where the majority of our parents and students have heard about the potentially catastrophic ramifications of a single poor decision. That is certainly our worst nightmare this time of year. Please keep communication open with your seniors and be aware of all planned and unplanned activities during this busy time of year.

As we work hard to polish, clean, and set up for graduation activities, please know that, for these activities, all usual school rules and penalties apply.  For serious infractions, any offense resulting in suspension or involving drugs and alcohol will deny the student the privilege of participating in the remainder of senior week activities.  This includes participation in the Scholarship and Awards program, Class Day, and graduation ceremonies. Indeed, we want all our conversations around this time of year to be celebrations of success and not violations of school procedures and rules, and we expect our Seniors, as they have so frequently this year, to be model citizens.

Below we have a condensed listing of all senior activities. We look forward to seeing our seniors receive their diplomas on the 2^nd of June, as well as participating in all the events leading up to this spectacular day.

Sincerely,

Dr. Douglas Dias          Michael Rubin               Dot Pearl                  Christine Ryan     Sharon Aigler

Principal                       Dean of Academics      Dean of Student        Class Advisor      Class Advisor

                                                            Services

Friday, May 17                  Senior Prom                                                         7:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 18              AlumniBanquet                                                     6:30 p.m.

May 21-24                        Senior Exams                                                       8:00 – 11:15 a.m.

Tuesday, May 28               Senior Outing, Hampton Beach                             8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday, May 28               Senior Superlative Night                                       7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, May 29         Cap & Gown Distribution/Graduation Rehearsal    9:00 a.m.

Wednesday, May 29         Scholarship & Awards Night                                 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 30             Homeroom Competition/Senior Class BBQ           10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.      

Friday, May 31               Class Day rehearsal (Mandatory!)                   9:00-11:00 a.m. 
                                         Class Day Ceremony                                         12:50-2:30 pm       

Sunday, June 2                  Commencement, Medway High School                  2:00 p.m.