​\Dear Parents/Guardians and Graduating Senior:

 Please review the following procedures and regulations for Commencement Exercises (Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation), then sign and return before receiving cap and gown. You must return the last page of this agreement, signed by both parent/guardian and student, to reserve the student's place in the Commencement exercises.

PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS:

1. The Baccalaureate Mass is on June 4th at 1:30 p.m. at Santa Clara Church. The Graduation Ceremony is on Friday, June 4th at 6:00 pm in the Pavilion

2. Admission to the gym on June 4th is on a first-come, first-served basis through the main entrance. No ticket is needed. Doors will open at approximately 5:00 pm.

3. Seating and programs are on a first-come, first-served basis. Except for graduating Seniors, there are No Reserved Seating. Saving seats for others in your party is not permissible, so please arrive together to assure that you can sit together.

 ​4. Pictures and/or videotapes may be taken from the seats only. No person may leave the seats and move into the aisle during the ceremonies.

 5. Graduating Seniors MUST attend graduation and Baccalaureate practice.

These practices will be held on:

• Baccalaureate practice: Wednesday, May 26, 3:00-5:00 pm at Santa Clara Parish
• Graduation practice Thursday: May 27,  2:30-4:30 pm at Santa Clara High School
• Baccalaureate practice: Tuesday, June 1, 1:00-3:00 pm at Santa Clara Parish
• Graduation practice: Wednesday, June 2, 12:00-2:00 pm at Santa Clara High School
• Graduation Practice: Thursday, June 3, 11:45- 1:00 pm at Santa Clara High School
  
  No excuse will be accepted for not attending all practices. Those missing practice will not be able to participate in either event. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.
  
  
  ​6. Seniors must report on Friday, June 4th to the church by 1:00 p.m. and to the quad by 5:oo pm. Caps and gowns are to be worn for Commencement and only gowns for Baccalaureate Mass. Both the Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement (graduation) exercises are formal occasions and we must insist that students dress and act in an appropriate manner. Both females and males must wear appropriate dress clothing and footwear. When in doubt, clear with the Dean of Students prior to rehearsals. Jeans, sandals, shorts, and tennis shoes are not permitted. Haircuts will be to the school standard. The school standard of neat, clean, and tasteful attire will apply to all students. Flowers and balloons are not appropriate for students in either ceremony. There will be a check-in for balloons and flowers in the lobby of the Pavilion.  Students dressed or behaving inappropriately will be removed from the ceremonies. Students showing evidence of prior use of alcohol or drugs will be removed from the ceremonies.
  
  7. All school fees (tuition, service hours, etc.) must be paid before students can take final exams, walk-in the graduation ceremony, or receive a diploma.
  
  8. Santa Clara High School has no role in the planning or hosting of any post-graduation travel experience (e.g. Cancun). Students who plan or participate in these activities do so at their own risk. The school is not responsible for any injury or death that may occur at such an event.
  
  9. Attendance at Grad Nite is a privilege that can be taken away.  Those who attend Grad Nite and have inappropriate behavior or do not follow the guidelines, will not be allowed to participate in the Graduation ceremony.
  
  Commencement Day and related events are occasions of great anticipation and joy for all concerned. We require reverent, respectful, and dignified behavior and attitudes from students, graduates, parents, and guests so that our Seniors may experience their special day in the atmosphere it deserves. We ask all to be aware of the importance of appropriate behavior and decorum. We all thank you in advance for making the Commencement memorable, dignified, and successful.