Farmington Central High School 30415 Shiawassee Farmington Hills, MI 48336 Phone 248-489-3827 Fax 248-489-3383 April 14, 2015 Dear Parents, Graduates, and Potential Graduates of the Class of 2015: As you know, graduation is coming up very soon. We hope the time you have spent at Central has been a time of personal, social and academic growth for all of our students and that each of you leave with a feeling of deep satisfaction and many good memories. To the June graduates, remember, you have not graduated yet. You still need to come to school every day, be engaged in all your classes, and finish your E20/20 s or correspondence classes. You are so close, DO NOT GIVE UP NOW. We want to see all of you walk across the stage on Thursday, June 11. Keep in contact with your counselor and teachers to make sure you are on target. The enclosed information should prove helpful as you make your way through the various events planned for this special time. Please call the main office at 248-489-3827 if you need clarification on any aspect. It has been a pleasure working with you during your time at Central. Please accept our very best wishes for a happy and successful future. Sincerely, Pat Karas, Principal Renee Champagne, Counselor Another Choice, Another Chance
GRADUATION INFORMATION CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 2015 will be graduating on Thursday, June 11 at 7:00 p.m. from the Farmington High School auditorium. We request that seniors approach commencement with a serious and purposeful attitude. CAP AND GOWN If you have not ordered your cap and gown yet, you will need to contact my secretary, Laura Galloway to place your order. At the time of this mailing the cost of a cap, gown, and tassel will be $52.90. Cap and gown protocol requires that the gown be free of wrinkles; gowns are worn closed and zippered. The cap should be placed on the head so the mortar board is level with the long point to the back. It is customary to drape the tassel over the left temple. Students will receive directions to change it to the right side after all the students have received diplomas. Honor students will be wearing medals they have received at the Senior Awards Luncheon. Caps and Gowns will be passed out after the Senior Awards Luncheon on June 5, 2015. GRADUATION PRACTICE Thursday, June 11, 12:45 pm Seniors must arrive for practice by 12:45 pm to Farmington High School in the cafeteria. Staff will assist in getting students in the proper order. Practice should last no longer than an hour. Do not bring your cap or gown to practice. GRADUATION COMMENCEMENT 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Commencement at Farmington High School Graduates need to be at Farmington High by 6:30 at the latest. No tickets are needed for graduation. Seating is on a first come basis and there is no charge or limit on the number of guests. Lemonade and cupcakes will be served in the cafeteria after the program. In keeping with an educational tradition dating back more than 300 years, it is important that we all contribute to the dignity, solemnity and respect for the ceremony. We ask for your help in maintaining the dignity of the ceremony by observing the following traditions: Gentlemen are asked to wear a nice shirt, (no t-shirts) nice slacks (no jeans), nice shoes and socks. Ladies are asked to wear a light-colored dress or blouse and skirt. All graduates are reminded that the academic graduation gown is never decorated with flowers, jewelry or decorations other than that provided by the school. It is customary to stand during the processional and the National Anthem. Please remain standing during the recessional as the graduates exit the auditorium. Hold applause until all graduates have received their diplomas. It is important that each and every family be able to hear the name of their graduate. Also, remember that graduation is a dignified event. Please do not bring any noisemakers or yell out names. Thank you for your assistance.
FINAL DAYS OF SENIOR YEAR AT CENTRAL HIGH CLASS OF 2015 Listed below is important information for your Graduating Senior. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ALL YOUR WORK COMPLETED AND ARE GETTING ALL YOUR CREDITS. You cannot substitute work credit for any required credit. You must receive your required credit through classes. If you have questions regarding your required courses please approach your counselor. All E2020 courses must be completed by May 22, 2015 The last day for graduating seniors will be May 22, 2015 There is NO SENIOR SKIP DAY at Central You have ordered your cap n gown. SENIOR EVENTS AT CENTRAL Thursday, May 21, 2015 Seniors vs underclassmen softball game held at Farmington Central. Friday, May 22 Last day for Seniors, at 2:45 seniors have their exit parade out of building. SENIOR AWARD LUNCHEON Friday, June 5, 2015 12:00 2:00 pm -Senior Awards Luncheon at Farmington Central High School o Lunch for Graduate is provided (sub, chips, salad, drink and dessert) o Lunch for guest cost $5 each paid by Friday, May 22 (see enclosed form for lunch) o Senior can invite 2 people to the Awards Luncheon. Dress Attire: Girls skirts/dress pants. Guys Dress shirts and no jeans. Lunch served at 12:00 noon AWARDS PRESENTATION (after luncheon) approximately 12:45 2:00 pm Note: Parents/Guardians invited to Award presentation limit two guests. GRADUATION Thursday, June 11, 7 9 pm. November and March GRADS let me know if you plan on coming to the graduation ceremony. RSVP BY MAY 22, 2015.
SENIOR MEMORY BOARDS Each senior parent is asked to put together a memory board to display at the Senior Luncheon. The memory board should be on a standard-sized poster board - no tri-fold science fair type boards or foam boards - they are too heavy and too large to hang - any color is fine. Please use your creativity - they are not meant to be all alike! Some will be photo collages of the kids and their friends; others will have pictures of the student as a baby through senior year. Some will have only high school, featuring academics, music, sports, theatre, formal dances and other activities. However you choose to do the memory board, PLEASE SUBMIT ONE! The kids really love these and like to see theirs and others as they walk Central s hallways for one of the last times. Please turn in your senior s memory board with their name on either to the front or back office at Central from 9 3:30 pm June 1 st to June 4 th. ============================================= AWARD LUNCHEON FOR GRADUATES FRIDAY, June 5, 12 2 pm At: Farmington Central Commons Yes I plan on attending Award Luncheon (name) No, I do not plan on attending Award Luncheon (name) Guest I plan on bring: ($5.00 a guest paid by May 22, 2015) Name Name Complete and turn in to Mrs. Karas by Friday, May 22, 2015.
ATTENTION GRADUATES APPLICATION FOR SPEAKER AT GRADUATION Each year, we ask graduates if they would be interested in giving a speech at graduation. In this speech the graduate would share their struggles in school along with their successes. They would include words of inspiration to their fellow graduates, farewell to their teachers, and share their plans for the future. If you are interested in being considered the Graduation Speaker, please attach this form to a rough draft typed copy of your speech to me, by May 15, 2015. The speeches will be read by the staff and they will determine who the final speaker will be. NAME:
PROM Students from Central who originally started at one of our traditional high schools are allowed to attend their home school prom as long as they are in good standing at Central. Students need to contact Mrs. Karas if they are interested in attending Prom. DRESS CODE: Lady s hemline should be no shorter than 6 above the knees Dresses may be backless, as long as they are not cut below the waist line No bare midriffs or midriff cutouts Slits cannot go further than 6 above the knee No plunging necklines, modest cleavage is OK Gentlemen must keep their shirts on and buttoned Gentlemen must keep their shoes on. FARMINGTON HIGH PROM: Tuesday, June 2 Roostertail in Detroit 4:30 6:00- Pictures at the Warner Mansion 6:30 7:15 Reception and pictures at the Roostertail 7:15 Welcome 7:30 Dinner 11:30 Prom Ends Smoking is prohibited NO STUDENTS ADMITTED AFTER 7:15 Ticket sales begin May 4 th and run through May 15 HARRISON HIGH PROM Saturday, May 30, 2015 Diamond Center at Suburban Show Place, Novi, Michigan 7:00 Prom begins 7:30 Dinner served Student must arrive at the prom by 8:00pm. If you arrive after that, you will not be admitted. NORTH FARMINGTON HIGH PROM - Thursday, May 28, 2015 8:00 11:00 pm
FAHSE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION For FCHS STUDENTS Name: Date: FCHS Scholarship Application $500 Educational Scholarship Application Deadline: May 22 Students, please answer these questions as completely and honestly as you can. Please type or write your answers and attach to this form. Answers to these questions should be at least 4-6 sentences per item to be considered complete. The responses you provide, along with your grades while you attended FCHS will be used to determine the scholarship winner(s). *Scholarship funds are allocated directly to the post-secondary school of choice once the student submits a bill/ payment plan to FCHS. The scholarship award is eligible for use within one academic year. 1. Briefly describe your long- and short-term goals. 2. Where do you see yourself 10 years from now? 3. Why do you want to get a college education? Have you already been accepted? If so, where? If not, where would you like to go and what steps have you taken to meet the school s criteria for acceptance?
4. From a financial standpoint, what impact would this scholarship have on your education? 5. State any special personal or family circumstances affecting your need for financial assistance. 6. Describe your time at FCHS. List any activities you were involved in or that you enjoyed and why.