Page 1 of 7 Revised 12/19/18 Bridge To Success Academy Graduate Information Packet ‘The activiti and guidelines established in this packet apply to all BTS students who have been identified as Potential Graduates regardless of their current grade level. This means that they have been scheduled into the appropriate coursework to complete their diploma requirements by cither the Spring 2019 or Summer 2019 Commencement Ceremony. PLEASE CHECK THE SCHOOL WEBSITE REGULARLY FOR ANY CHANG! OR UPD. Ss! Participation in any BTS activities is dependent on maintaining good academic, attendance, and behavior Standing. Administration will review the list of participating students prior to each event and may determine that you are not eligible to participate. AU activity cost/fees are nonrefundable if you are ineligible to participate due to academic, attendance or behavioral issues. Winter Graduate Parent Night Monday, January 14 6:00 pm —7:30 pm @ Bridge main campus (APR 1157 Golfair Boulevard) Join us for a host of mini-sessions to get information about colleges, financial aid, and an update on graduation events. You will be able to select three mini-sessions to attend, ask questions, and get valuable information for your transition after high school. Please RSVP by calling (904) 924-3469, Adendance/Participation will earn each graduate an ulitional 2 tehets for the commencement ceremony. ‘Student/Parent Workshop #2 Tuesday, Feb.12" 5:30 - 7 pm @ Bridge main campus (APR 1157 Golfair Boulevard) ‘Steps for Callege/University Admissions & Financial Aid: This workshop is designed to help potential graduates and their parents know what steps they need to take to be admitted and pay for any post-secondary institution, Students of all grade levels are invited to attend and parents are encouraged to attend with their student. Please come prepared to participate in exploring your future. RSVP is required for this event. Please RSVP by calling (904) 924-3469. Attendance/Participation will earn each gradtaate an additioncl 2 tickets for the commencentent ceremony: February Graduate Activity @ each site “In the month of February, a senior event will be hosted during the school day to celebrate the accomplishments of our potential graduates. Please see the Assistant Principal at your site for details. The cost of this event is included in your graduation packa: Graduate Field Trip March (specific date/time TBA) @ Adventure Landing Join the potential graduates from all BTS campuses for this opportunity to have some fun and soci lize as we celebrate your final semester of high school. Tickets are $20.00 for each person. Junior/Senior Prom Friday, April 13" 7:30 pm — 10:00 pm @Rhythm Factory yaw rythmnfa Join us for “A Night in the Greece” to celebrate your achievements. All BTS potential graduates and any student classified as a junior or senior may purchase tickets to attend. One non-BTS guest is allowed per student with a guest approval form. See your Assistant Principal for the approval form. All guest approval forms must be submitted to your Assistant Principal by March 18%. Guest tickets may not be purchased until ater the approval form has been reviewed and accepted. Each person must have a ticket and ID to enter. Tickets are $45.00 per person and must be purchased by March 2%,Page 2 0f7 Revised 12/19/18 Grad Bash @ Universal Studios Saturday, April 26th 3:30 pm ~ 5:00 am (meet at Bridge Main Campus no later than 3:30 pm) Students may choose to attend Grad Bash with the BTS group for $145.00. The bus will depart from the Bridge main campus (1157 Golfair Blvd) at 4:00 pm on April 26". Tickets must be purchased by April 6" and are non-refundable once purchased. We have limited bus seats available so this first-come, first-serve event. All students must bring, a photo ID to attend the event, Strict dress-code criteria and prohibited items list will be provided to participating students the week prior. These are the rules established by Universal Studios and will be strictly enforced for the safety of all students attending. No refunds will be given for students who miss the bus or who are not allowed to board the bus for failure to follow the guidelines provided- including having a photo ID. Be sure to bring money for food and drinks, as this is not included in the pri Student/Parent Workshop #3 Choice one date: Tuesday April 30" 5:30 - 7 pm @ Bridge Main Campus (APR 1157 Golfair Boulevard) Discovering Student Life in College: This workshop is designed to help students and parents with the transition from high school to college. Specific discussion of how to navigate a college campus, what resources to look out for, how to meet with your college advisor, living independently, managing your time and money and more will be included. Students of all grade levels are invited to attend and parents are encouraged to attend with their student, RSVP is required for this event, Please RSVP by calling (904) 924-3469. Auendance/Participation will earn each graduate an additional 2 tickets forthe commencement ceremony. Graduates Class Game Day / Picnic May 28" (time TBA) Join the potential graduates from all BTS campuses for this opportunity to have some fun and socialize as we celebrate the end of your high school experience, all of your accomplishments, and your next steps. Tickets are $20.00 for each person. ‘Awards Ceremony May 22"! (time TBA) Students and families are invited for this fun event to recognize senior achievements. Students are encouraged to invite their immediate family to this event. Cap & Gown Pick-Up Thursday, May 23 and Friday, May 24" 10:00 am ~ 3:00 pm @ Bridge Main Campus for the Commencement Ceremony during this time at the Bridge Main Campus (1157 Golfair Boulevard). Cap/Gown purchases are included in the basic senior package Commencement Rehearsal ‘Thursday, May 30" 9:00 am — 11:00 am @ Times Union Center- Moran ‘Theatre (300 Water Street) Rehearsal is MANDATORY for all graduates in order to participate in the Commencement Ceremony. Students may choose to arrange their ‘own transportation to rehearsal or use one of the buses provided from designated BTS sites. If you need help arranging transportation, please see the Assistant Principal and/or CIS representative at your site prior to the last day of school for seniors. ‘Commencement Ceremony ‘Thursday, May 30" 7:00 pm @ Times Union Center- Moran Theatre (300 Water Street) Doors for families and guests open at 6:00 pm, No one will be permitied enter after 6:50 pm. Graduates must arrive no later than 5:30 pm and must adhere to all rules and procedures detailed later in this packet.Page 3 of 7 Revised 12/19/18 Event Prices & Graduate Payment Package: All Potential Graduates (June & August) must pay for the basie senior package. his package includes your cap & gown, diploma/certificate, diploma cover, participation in the on-site graduate activities, the Senior Awards, Ceremony, and a Senior T-shirt. Participation in these activities will be open to all Potential Graduates who have paid or have started the payment process via the online payment portal. All other events may be selected when you are setting up your payment plan online or you may purchase tickets to these events prior to the published deadlines above. Please make every attempt to make your payments using a credit card on the online payment system. We can accept cash, money order or personal check but these will only be accepted at each site during specifically schedule times. Basic Package ($100.00): cap/gown, diploma/certificate, diploma cover, February on-site activity, awards ceremony and a senior t-shirt. Required for all Potential Graduates. Grad Bash: $145.00 per person. Only Potential Graduates may attend. Strict dress code and other guidelines will be enforced, Prom: $45.00 per person. Only Potential Graduat Assistant Principal for the guest approval form. may attend and bring one approved guest each. See your Graduate Field Trip (March): $20.00 per person. The specific date and location will be announced. This will bea daytime activity with busing provided from each BTS site. Graduates Class Game Day / Picnic: $20.00 per senior. The specific date and location will be announced after the winter break. Please create an account and process all online payments by going to https://deps.schoolcashonline.com, You must select the BTS Basic Graduate Package and then you may select any additional activities. SENIOR PICTURES Bridge to Success Academy does not have a contract with a specific photography studio to do Senior Portraits. You are welcome to contact any photography studio to schedule an appointment if you wish to have Senior Portraits taker Prestige) htip:/lifetouch.conysenior-portraits or Cady Studios http://cadystudios.« The most commonly used studios that do Senior Portraits are Life Touch (formerly known as or-portraits GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS, CLASS RINGS & OTHER REGALIA You can order all other senior items by going to hups:/Avww jostens.comy . Prices vary by item and are not regulated by the school. All payment arrangements for these items go directly to Jostens and are not collected by the school.