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SENIOR BULLETIN Class of 2011

To: Class of 2011 and Parents/GuardiansFrom: Mr. Brendan J. Conroy, Principal

1. MONITORING THE FUTURE SURVEY

On March 29 in Senior English classes, students will take this annual survey from the University ofMichigan. The survey gathers national data from high school students about study and social habits and

attitudes. St. Rita has participated in the survey annually. It is assumed all seniors will take the survey

unless a parent calls Mrs. Kelliher at ext. 6652 to indicate that his or her son will not be taking the survey.

2. SURVEY OF AUGUSTINIAN HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS WHO ARE 18 YEARS OLD

During the week of April 4-8, seniors will complete a survey sponsored by Fr. Rich Young, who is finishing

his preparations for joining the Augustinian Friars.

3. ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMS

Monday, May 2 Chemistry &Psychology

Tuesday, May 3 Computer Science & SpanishWednesday, May 4 Calculus

Thursday, May 5 English Literature & Latin

Friday, May 6 U. S. History & Studio Art

Monday, May 9 Music Theory

Tuesday, May 10 U.S. Government & French

Wednesday, May 11 English Language

Thursday, May 12 World History

4. GRADUATION CAPS, HOODS and GOWNS will be distributed on Friday, May 13, during thelunch periods. Please hang your gown in your locker for Graduation Practice the following week.

5. SENIOR PROM will be on Saturday, May 14, at Beverly Country Club, 87 th and Western.

6. FINAL EXAMS and GRADUATION PRACTICE

Monday, May 16 5th and 6th Period Exams

Tuesday, May 17 3rd and 4th Period Exams

Wednesday, May 18 1st and 2nd Period Exams/Graduation Practice

AS USUAL, SENIORS REPORT ONLY TO THOSE CLASSES IN WHICH EXAMS ARE BEING HELDON THESE DAYS. ALL SENIORS must be present for graduation practice. Graduation tickets will be

distributed at Graduation Practice. Those who do not have a 2nd period exam must still report at thebeginning of third period on Wednesday, May 18.

SENIORS ARE NOT TO LOITER AROUND THE BUILDING ON MAY 16-18.

Specific Directions for Wednesday, May 18:

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At the end of the 2nd period, all seniors will report to the chapel, wearing their graduation gown, along with

the gold hood, but not the cap. We will take a class picture on the altar at that time. Students must wearschool pants and school shoes.

After the picture is taken, seniors are to return their gowns and hoods to their lockers and then meet in the

gym to begin the practice. Teachers will be present in the athletic wing/gym to direct the graduation

practice. At the conclusion of the practice, we will have a senior barbeque in your honor.

7. GRADUATION ADMISSION TICKETS

In order to participate in graduation, receive admission tickets or pick up your report card and diploma,

YOUR TUITION AND OTHER FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS MUST BE MET. Each graduate will be

given 4 admission tickets. No extra admission tickets are available this year.

Admission tickets will be distributed on Wednesday, May 18, at graduation practice.

8. GRADUATION SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2010 10:30 A.M.

You must wear a plain white or pastel colored shirt with a plain tie. Dress pants and dress shoes are to beworn.

All graduates must be clean-shaven, and earrings are prohibited.

Report to the Gymnasium NO LATER THAN 9:30 A.M. Dress in your cap and gown in the Gymnasium

It would be best to leave your coat in your car so you wont have to leave it in the Gymnasium or wear itunder your gown.

Line up in the corridor as you did during practice. The two lines will begin outside the Gymnasium. THEPROCESSION TO CHAPEL WILL BEGIN AT 10:00 A.M. SHARP. You will lead the faculty into the

Chapel; they will lead you out after the ceremony.

You will not receive your diploma on graduation day instead you are handed the diploma cover when youname is called.

Remind your parents and guests to get to the Chapel early so they can find adequate seating; also remindthem that photo taking and video recording are restricted to the back half of the church so that no one blocks

the view of other graduates.

A reception with refreshments will follow the ceremony in the Dining Hall.

Family pictures may be taken in the courtyard, in front of the school, or in the Cahapel after the entire

ceremony is concluded.

KEEP YOUR CAP, TASSEL AND GOWN THEY ARE NOT RETURNED TO SCHOOL.

9. REPORT CARD/DIPLOMA PICK-UP FRIDAY, May 27

Return to school to pick up your report card and diploma. You should report between 10:00 a.m. and 12

noon.

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