- Monday, June 15: Graduation Walk
This is not a mandatory activity.- Students should sign up through guidance. Seniors will start to get ready beginning at 8:45 a.m. and will meet in the main lobby.
- The JHS parade will begin at 9:00 a.m. and move to the elementary schools and Knox beginning at 9:15 a.m.
- Wheelerville students will meet at Wheelerville at roughly 10:45 a.m.
- Wednesday, June 24 @ 5:00 p.m.: Awards Assembly Grades 8-12
- Award winners will be notified and invited prior to the assembly.
- All prize winners should write a note of thanks to the prize donor. (Donor or alternate will be indicated in/on the envelope.)
- Thursday, June 25 @ 6:00 p.m.: Baccalaureate Service – Foothills Worship Center
This is not a mandatory activity.- Participating graduates should report to Foothills Worship Center, 305 Jansen Avenue, Johnstown, NY at 5:30 p.m., dressed appropriately under their cap & gown.
- The service will begin at 6:00 p.m. It is sponsored by the Council of Churches and attendance by graduates, parents, and friends is strictly VOLUNTARY.
- Friday, June 26 @ 10:00 a.m.: Rehearsal at Knox Field
Mandatory Attendance – All Graduating Seniors Must Attend- Seniors will receive their cap, gown, and tassel, and graduation tickets at this time. Each senior will receive four (4) tickets for admission to Commencement, to be used if held indoors. In case of inclement weather, rehearsal will be held in the JHS auditorium.
- Friday, June 26: Commencement (Rain Date: June 27 at 10:00 a.m.)
- 6:00 p.m.: Graduates report to the Knox Middle School Gym, with cap and gown, for exercises on Knox Field. Remember to wear light clothing, as it may be warm. If a change is to be made regarding a rain date, notice will be given to the radio stations (WENT, WIZR, WGY), posted on the school website and Parent Square by 4:00 p.m.
- 7:00 p.m.: Commencement Exercises – Knox Field
Upon Mr. Snow’s declaration, “You are now a graduate of Johnstown High School”, you should MOVE YOUR TASSEL ON YOUR CAP FROM THE RIGHT TO THE LEFT SIDE. Fireworks to follow at dusk.
*NOTE: Graduation announcements are NOT tickets of admission. The tickets handed out at rehearsal must be used for admission.
STATEMENT OF GRADUATION GUIDELINES WITH RESPECT TO DRESS:
- Graduates should wear formal attire under their cap and gown.
- Everyone must wear shoes.
- It is suggested you do not wear heels for the commencement ceremony if it is held on Knox Field. This rule is for the protection of the track and because high heels will sink in and make it difficult for you to walk on the turf.
- Cap and gown is required. Please open the package prior to the ceremony. Gowns DO NOT come pressed.
- Academic wear must not be altered – including decorating of caps.
WITH RESPECT TO BEHAVIOR:
- There will be no offensive or vulgar language permitted.
- There will be no individual display of fireworks. There will be a professional fireworks display after the ceremony.
- Any student suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs will NOT be admitted to the activities.
- The tossing of caps in the air will NOT be permitted. This poses a serious threat of injury and we must protect the safety and welfare of all graduates.
WITH RESPECT TO ENFORCEMENT:
- Participation in graduation ceremonies is a privilege, not a right. Any student who refuses to abide by these guidelines will not be allowed the privilege of participating in the ceremonies and will be removed from them, if necessary. Graduation from Johnstown High School should be a very special and meaningful event for all participants.
IT IS HOPED THAT THE ABOVE GUIDELINES WILL ENSURE THAT THE GRADUATION CEREMONY WILL BE A DIGNIFIED AND MEMORABLE EVENT.