Class of 2009 |
Countdown
to Commencement
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General Information

Date:
Monday, June 8, 2009
Time:
7 p.m.
Location:
Dallas Convention Center Arena
Please
call 469
752-9300 with any questions.
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Calendar

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Senior
Graduation Calendar 2009
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Date |
Time |
Activity |
Location |
TBA |
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Delivery of Graduation Announcements and Caps & Gowns
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Cafeteria |
TBA |
1:15
p.m.
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Mandatory
Graduation Rehearsal
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Gym |
Monday,
June 8 |
Seniors arrive at 6:00
p.m. in cap & gown (1 hour
before the ceremony)
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Graduation begins at 7:00 p.m.
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Dallas
Convention
Center
Arena
Dallas
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Cap, Gown & Announcements

Jostens
is the 2009 supplier of announcements and caps and gowns. Packets
will be passed out in the fall.
Jostens
is located at 3115 West Parker in Plano (N.W. corner of Parker
and Independece). For additional information, store hours
and assistance, please call Jostens - 972 612 5873
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Rehearsal

Rehearsal
is mandatory for all seniors who plan to participate
in the graduation ceremony. Rehearsal will be held in
the gym, and will last less than one hour. 
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Admittance
to Dallas Convention Center Arena

Graduates
must arrive no later than 6 p.m. to line up for the processional.
Each graduate MUST present an admission card in order to participate
in the ceremony (cards will be provided by respective counselors
the last week of school). Graduates may not have ANY
personal items (CELL PHONES, CAMERAS, PURSES, ETC) in their possession at 6 p.m. when they line
up for the processional.
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Directions and Parking

On Central Expressway
Take Central Expressway (U.S. 75) southbound. Take exit to I-35/U.S. 77 to Field Street. Turn left under the freeway and veer to the right onto Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.
On the Tollway
Go south on the Dallas North Tollway. Take the Harry Hines/Downtown exit to Field Street to Griffin Street. The Convention Center is straight ahead.
General Parking
Two parking garages are located beneath the main level of exhibit space at the Dallas Convention Center. These spaces provide easy access to the arena. An outdoor surface lot near lower C lobby offers an additional space. The charge for parking in either area is $8.00 per entry, per vehicle.
For more information about the Dallas Convention Center Arena go to: http://www.dallasconventioncenter.com/index.php
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Handicapped
Seating

TBA

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Ceremony
and Dress Code

Seniors
need to arrive The Dallas Convention Center one hour before the ceremony properly
attired in the maroon gown and cap with maroon and white tassel.
The ceremony is estimated to last less than 2 hours. Ladies
should wear dresses or dress slacks and appropriate shoes.
Gentlemen are to wear dress trousers, long sleeved dress shirts,
ties and appropriate shoes and socks. Lettering and/or
decorations are not appropriate on caps or gowns, no shorts
or athletic shoes. Graduates may not have personal items in
their possession at 6 p.m. when they line up for the processional.
Students will sign a letter of understanding regarding conduct
expectations prior to participating in the graduation ceremony.

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Professional
Photographs

Flash
Photography will photograph each graduate twice: 1) Posed
photograph prior to crossing the stage and 2) Candid shot crossing
the stage and receiving congratulations from a dignitary.
A brochure from the photographer will be mailed to each graduating
senior’s home prior to graduation explaining how to view the
proofs and order prints. (This
is the 2008 info, we will update this as soon as possible.)
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Graduation DVD

To
benefit the Wildcat Band, For the 4th year in a row CVP Productions
will produce a DVD of graduation at a cost of $35 (free shipping
and handling); $30 if order is placed before April 30. Access
www.OrderMyVideo.com to order online or call 972-491-7364. 100%
Satisfaction Guaranteed!!! MasterCard and Visa accepted.
(This
is the 2008 info, we will update this as soon as possible.)

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Diplomas

Actual
diplomas will not be given during the graduation ceremony. Diplomas
will be available beginning June 9, between 8:30 a.m. to 3:30
p.m. Graduates must produce a photo identification to receive
their certificate. If someone
other than the graduate will pick up the diploma, a letter of
authorization will be required.The letter must include the name
of the person authorized and the name and signature of the graduate.
Photo identification will be required.
The office
will be closed for the Fourth of July holiday.
***Call
ahead for summer hours for diploma pick-up 469 752 9300.
