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    Graduation ~ May 21, 2025 at 7pm - Reynolds Coliseum

    Rehearsal ~  May 21, 9am (mandatory for all seniors to attend)

    In-School Rehearsal - May 6, 7:30am (mandatory for all seniors to attend)

    Senior awards ~ May 6, 6:30pm

    Graduation Information

    Required IN SCHOOL Graduation Rehearsal May 6, 7:30am, Main Gym
    • Bring your graduation robe - DO NOT bring your stole or cap.
    • Your name will be on your seat in alphabetical order by last name when you arrive.
    • This will be practice for BOTH Senior Awards Night and Graduation.
    • At the conclusion of rehearsal, we will walk over to Forestville Elementary, where they will have a clap out to celebrate our graduates.
    • Rehearsal will end by 10am.

    Rehearsal May 21, 9am (be seated by 8:45am), Reynolds Coliseum 

    • Arrive between 8:30-8:45 to give yourself time to park
    • Be seated by 8:45am
    • Students are expected to provide their own transportation to graduation rehearsal
    • Tickets are distributed at the END of rehearsal. 
    • All cars must park at the Reynolds Coliseum Deck - pay $10 at the event - we suggest carpooling (map below) 
    • Wear your shoes that you will wear at graduation
    • Enter Reynolds through the side door that faces the parking lot
    • Make sure you've paid any outstanding senior fees so you can get your tickets
    • If you are driving, you need a parking permit - get yours here before the event to save money

    Graduation, May 21, 7pm

    • Students arrive INSIDE Reynolds by 6:00pm dressed in your steamed gown
      • Do not be late and allow time for parking
      • Lineup in your spot and check in with your teacher.
      • Remind your parents to meet you outside the Coliseum after the ceremony 
    • Parking for Graduation will be in the Coliseum Parking Deck.
    • Security
      • All family members must have a ticket
      • All bags entering the building will be searched by NC State security
      • Check the list of prohibited items and expected behavior
      • All students will be checked by NC State security and have to unzip their graduation gown
        • There is nowhere to store belongings, bring NOTHING with you other than car keys. NO CELL PHONES
    • Accommodations 
      • Family members in need of a wheelchair will need to provide their own, there are none available on site. 
      • No emotional support animals are allowed in Reynolds Coliseum, only service animals with proper documentation will be admitted. 
    • Student Attire - non-negotiable
      • All
        • Gowns are to be neatly pressed, use a cool iron, as the gowns will melt.
        • No decorated graduation caps
        • Wear the required, neatly pressed gown
        • No sunglasses
        • No cameras or cellphones
      • Option 1
        • Lightweight dress no longer than the length of your graduation gown
        • Dress shoes
        • Minimal jewelry
        • No sneakers, sandals, boots, or flip flops
        • No purse, handbags
      • Option 2
        • White dress shirt with collar
        • Dark solid color tie
        • Dark dress slacks
        • Dark dress shoes and dark socks
        • No sneakers, white socks, cowboy boots, sandals, or flip flops
    • Graduation Etiquette
      • Allow all families to hear their student's name
      • No gum chewing!! No beach balls, distracting items or shouting.
        • Students who do not act appropriately will have their diplomas pulled.

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