Grad Bulletin # 10 May 2012
Teacher Rep: Mrs.Tobin Careen
Grad 2012 Countdown!!!!
Dinner and Dance Order Forms were sent home via the Grads on Thursday, April 12th. Please note that all tickets must be ordered on or before May 3rd.
Last call for Grad Video Pictures…More details below. We are still hounding people for grad video photos. Unfortunately we have a deadline to meet and if we do not have your photos by May 3rd we can not guarantee that your photos will be in the video.
Grad Hoodies are to be worn on FRIDAYS only!
Grad Pictures:
For those who had retakes your proofs should be here within four weeks.
Lifetouch Canada is the company that took the photos. If you use the access code that they sent you with your proofs you can view your pictures online.
Grad Rings
A representative from Jostens will visit the school in February. An information flyer will be distributed to the students regarding ring styles, pricing, ordering dates and other details.
Grad 2012 Dinner and Dance
The dinner and dance is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at Newlands Golf and Country Club Langley. Graduates are expected to arrive at 6:00 p.m. The dinner will start at 7:00 p.m. The cost for this event is $75.00 per person attending. Tickets must be purchased by May 3rd. The dinner and dance is a school event, which means that school rules apply. As a result access to cars or limousines will not be available during the dinner or the dance. Order forms were issued in April, and are due by May 3rd.
Grad Dinner/Dance Photography
Each student will receive a complimentary group portrait of the graduating class. This picture will be taken outside Newlands at 6:30 p.m. sharp!! Lifetouch is available to take family and friend shots, if we require this service.
Dry Grad
The Dry Grad will be held on Thursday, June 14th beginning at 2:00 am and ending at 6:00 am. The venue for this event is Castle Fun Park, Abbotsford. This event will feature numerous fun activities such as golfing, bumper cars, batting, video games, karaoke, and video vault, plus unlimited pizza and pop!! Tickets for this event are $60.00 per person attending. Tickets must be purchased by May 3rd from Mrs. Tobin-Careen. All students and their guests will board a charter bus at Newlands around 1:00 am. This is the only opportunity for admission to the dry-after-grad event. NO PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION. Students wishing to change into casual clothing should do so at Newlands before boarding the bus to Castle Fun Park.The entire dry grad is a School Event. All school rules apply. “Once in; you’re in. Once you leave; you’re out”
Commencement Requirements
To be academically eligible to cross the stage students must meet the following component guidelines: Grade 11/12 workload component-the student must be working on, attending, and in the act of completing the 80 credit course requirements necessary for graduation as outlined by the Ministry of Education. Successful completion of Religion 12 and participation in the Grade 12 retreat are also requirements. All grad fees must be paid in order to participate in the commencement activities.
Commencement / Grad Gowns
Parental and guest admission to the commencement is FREE! The commencement activities and graduation liturgy will be held on Tuesday, June 12th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Langley.We are asking each person attending the event to bring a non-perishable food item donation for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. One can per person adds up to approximately 800 cans for the needy of our parish community. This is a substantial grad gift.
All graduating students should order a graduation gown for the ceremony with Mrs. Tobin-Careen by April 11, 2012. The rental fee for the cap and gown was included in the Grad Fees paid during registration. Gowns will be distributed starting at 12:30 on June 11th. Gowns must be returned following the Commencement. As grads will be wearing a gown, appropriate attire is in keeping with the nature of the event. Each student will receive a composite photo, ceremony folder, and “stage” photo compliments of Jostens.
Valedictorian Selection
This person is elected to speak on behalf of the Grad Class at the Commencement. This is a formal address and occasion demanding a speaker who has poise, proven speaking ability, and a pleasant speaking voice. This student should have the support of the grad students, shown leadership within the student body and its activities, and given evidence of academic leadership in grades 11 and 12 at St. John Brebeuf. You are looking for the best speaker, not the most popular student. Nominations for Class Valedictorian will take place on April 16, 2012. All nominees must submit a letter explaining why they are the most suitable candidate to Mr. Brennan by April 18th, for approval. Only the names of approved nominees will appear on the ballot. The vote will take place on April 27th.
Grad Video
Each year we put together a keepsake video of the Graduating Class. This video will be professionally produced by Mr. Bill Ward. It will be shown during the reception at Newlands on June 13th. Each graduate will receive a complimentary copy of the video.To ensure that this video is a success and represents all students we need you to forward the following:
4 photos of various stages of your child’s life,
- a baby photo
- a toddler shot
- an elementary school picture
- and a grad photo would be a great combination.
- other photos you may have of the grads involved in various SJB activities over the past five years, such as sporting events and retreats are also welcome
Please put your name on the back of each photo, put them in an envelope and forward them to Mrs. Tobin-Careen on or before April 19th. All photos will be returned in June. Theresa Power and Kelsey Dorini will be coordinating this video with me, so please get your pictures in ASAP.
Grade 12 Retreat
The grade 12 retreat is scheduled for April 25th – 27th at Stillwood Camp and Conference Center. Attendance for the grade 12 retreat is a mandatory component of the Religion Program.
If you have any questions or concerns please call Mrs. Tobin-Careen @ 604 855 0571 Extension 205 OR email stobincareen@stjohnbrebeuf.ca
Thank you!!!
