Redwing News
Class of 2024 Edition
SENIOR Dates to Remember
5/15/24: Renaissance Senior Sendoff/Ice Cream Social during Seminar
5/20/24: Senior Superlative Awards during Seminar
5/22/24: Yearbook Distribution for Seniors during Seminar
5/23/24: Last Day of Instruction for Seniors (special schedule)
5/24/24: Senior Exams if needed(See below)
5/29/24: Senior Awards Night (By invitation)
5/30/24: Mandatory Breakfast and Rehearsal
5/30/24: Class of 2024 Commencement (Rain or shine)
SENIOR CHECK LIST (SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS)
NOW
- Pay for your Chromebook if you intend to keep it.
- Settle any outstanding debts (book fees, technology damages, lunch account)
- Get your cap and gown out of it's box to let it "fall out".
- Back up your Google Drive
- Verify exemptions or take exams with teachers.
SOON
- Prepare for and Participate in Senior Spirit Week
- Attend awards night if invited (invites coming 5/20).
- Restore your parking spot if painted.
5/30
- Attend breakfast and rehearsal. That's at 8am.
- Be in the auditorium BY 6:45pm (DRESSED AND READY!) for line up for Commencement.
- Smile big and celebrate your class.
After 6/1
- In late June, transcripts will be finalized and can be requested through Parchment. Set an appointment to request the transcript be sent to your next destination.
Commencement 5/30/24
The Class of 2024 will celebrate Commencement on 5/30/24 at 7:30pm at the SJHS Football Field. Gates open at 6:30pm. The stage will be located near the north end zone of the stadium, so seating can be utilized on both sides of the stadium. Decorating of caps is permitted, but should remain tasteful and comply with school dress code. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in being reissued a new cap or exclusion from the commencement ceremony. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved into the SJHS Gymnasium. There is not a rain date for this event. Graduates will need to be present and dressed for the ceremony in the Auditorium by 6:45pm.
Tickets are not required.
Senior Awards Night 5/29/24
Senior Awards Night: Awards Night will be held on 5/29/24 at 7 p.m. in the HS Auditorium. Invitations will be mailed to award recipients by USPS. Electronic invitations will be emailed by 5/22/24.
Post Grad Plans
We are still waiting on about half of our Seniors to complete this form and let is know their post graduation plans.
Senior Only Spirit Week 5/20-5/23
Monday 5/20- Senior Shirts
Tuesday 5/21 - Anything But a Backpack**
Wednesday 5/22- Dress as Your Younger Self Day
Thursday 5/23- Future Plans Day (Career & College Apparel)
** Building Staff has the discretion to prohibit any items that pose a risk of safety and/or disruption. Living things (including other people- siblings, pets, parents, etc.) and anything motorized is prohibited.
Cap and Gown
Caps, gowns, and tassels have been distributed. Please do not wait until Graduation Day to take the cap and gown out of its package. Academic honor cords will be distributed at the Breakfast/Rehearsal. All other cords and/or regalia should be picked up with the sponsor/teacher that coordinates that activity. Honors cords, senior scholar, top ten, and other academic honors are determined based on grade standing at the end of 2nd trimester.
Decorating of caps is permitted, but should remain tasteful and comply with school dress code. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in being issue a new cap or exclusion from the commencement ceremony.
Registering to Vote
As we continue to transition beyond SJHS, have you considered registering to vote? Registering to vote is fast and easy and can be done online! All you need is a driver’s license number and the last four digits of your social security number. You may register online right here through the Michigan Department of State.
Final Transcripts
Final transcripts will be available around 6/24. At that time, students should request for their transcripts to be sent to their post-secondary institutions. Requests can be made at any time and are always housed on Parchment. You will need to use a personal email address for Parchment.
Yearbook Spring Distribution
Yearbooks, with an insert from Spring events, will be distributed on May 22nd during Seminar in the Gym.
A LIMITED AMOUNT OF 2024 SJHS Yearbooks are available for purchase at Jostens.com.
Mandatory Commencement Rehearsal and Breakfast
Commencement Rehearsal and Breakfast: Members of the Class of 2024 participating in Commencement are expected to attend rehearsal 5/30/24 at 8 a.m. in the cafeteria. Academic cords will be distributed at that time. ALL DEBTS MUST BE PAID AND SCHOOL PROPERTY RETURNED IN ORDER TO PARTICPATE (See Below). The practice and breakfast should take less than two hours.
Settling Debts and Checking Out with SJHS
In order to participate in Commencement students must do the following:
- Athletic and Activity debts must be settled and equipment returned (unless still in season).
- Textbooks and course returned to the appropriate instructor.
- Technology returned or purchased and any debts settled.
- Paint or chalk must be removed from parking spots. They should be restored to their original condition.
3rd Trimester Senior Exams and Exam Exemptions.
3rd Trimester Exam Exemption: Seniors may exempt if they have an “A” or a “B” (greater than or equal to 80%) OR no missing assignments in that class. Students must also have no suspensions or unexcused absences.
Senior Exam Date: Senior exams (if a student must take one) will be given on Friday, May 24 during their regular classes.
Second Trimester Exams: Second Trimester exams will be 3/6-3/8. Students previously earning exemptions may use them at that time. Once exams are concluded grades will be calculated and these are the final grades considered for Senior awards and honors.
Seniors Last Day Schedule (5/23)
1st Hour 7:45-8:49
2nd Hour 8:55-9:58
3rd Hour 10:04-11:07
4th Hour 11:13-12:48
Lunch A by 4th hour 11:13-11:36
Lunch B by 4th hour 11:53-12:19
5th Hour 12:54-1:51
Seminar 1:57-2:37 (Seniors will return their devices during this time)
Backing Up Files
Upon graduation, students will no longer have access to their SJPS emails, drive space, or logins. Therefore, please see the instructions on how to save Google files to a personal gmail account. Directions can be found here: Google Drive Instructions
Device Purchase
Seniors have the option to purchase their Chromebook. The cost is $20 and must be paid by 5/17. All students who do not purchase their device will turn in their Chromebook on 5/23. Purchases will be made here.
Scholarship and Financial Aid
Parents of SJHS 2024 Seniors,
For information on Financial Aid and Scholarships, please visit our Guidance and Counseling Center webpage on the SJHS Website. Scholarships are updated weekly so be sure to check back frequently. Students may stop by the main office to pick up printed copies of scholarships or to ask any questions they may have.
Again go to our Guidance and Counseling Center webpage for the most up-to-date financial aid and scholarship information.
Good luck and Congrats,
THe SJHS Counseling Staff