JEROMESVILLE, Ohio (2/2/24)--Welcome, Hillsdale Senior Class of 2024! As we embark on the final semester of your high school journey, we are thrilled to provide you with a comprehensive Senior Class Final Semester Planner, meticulously crafted to guide you through this exciting chapter.
This planner is your go-to resource for all things graduation-related, offering essential information on significant dates, graduation details, and an exclusive Graduate's Choice form, allowing you to select who presents your diploma,
In this planner, you'll find a roadmap to navigate the culmination of your academic achievements, ensuring that your graduation experience is not only memorable but uniquely personalized.
Congratulations on reaching this milestone, and let's make your final semester truly exceptional!
Important Notices
Email Updates
- Please make sure you are checking your school email @hillsdalelocalschools.org for updates/changes.
- If you do not use this email please forward it to your current email.
- Please call 419-368-6841 if you have any questions.
Graduation Requirements
- Please remember you must complete all graduation requirements to walk with your class on Graduation day.
- You also are responsible for your delinquent and disciplinary obligations so please be sure to address any issues in advance and please keep reading your emails for updates.
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All students are required to complete the requirements for:
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Financial Literacy
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- a hands-on course on CPR or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
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Financial Literacy
Cap and Gown
- You must purchase a cap and gown to participate in the Graduation Ceremonies.
- Please contact Josten’s (1-800-567-8367 or www.jostens.com) if necessary.
Other Items to be Addressed
Military Enlistees
For a Red, White, and Blue tassel — contact Mr. Call at scall@hilisdalelocalschools.org if you are enlisting in the military.
Graduation Speakers include :
- Class President
- FFA President
- Student Council President
- NHS President.
Friday, May 24 at 1:30 PM: All those who have speaking parts in graduation will practice
Your Future Plans
- Read during graduation by Mr. Call.
Check-Out with Ms. Twila Geiser
- Week of May 20, 2024
- Senior Check-Out Form MUST be completed (details to follow).
- This is for all Hillsdale seniors either attending here or not attending here.
Upcoming Dates to Note
- Monday, February 19, 7 PM — Spring Sports Meetings for coaches, parents, and spring sports athletes
- Tuesday, February 27, and Thursday, February 29, 3 to 6 PM — Hillsdale 9-12 Parent Teacher Conferences at Hillsdale 7-12
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Monday, March 4, 11:49 AM to 12:25 PM — a Josten’s representative will distribute all Graduation Orders during lunch from the concession stand
- Remember, Graduation items cannot be released to students until the full amount is paid.
- TBA — Winter Sports Awards: please check with your winter sports coaches
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Thursday, March 14, 8 AM — National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
- Senior National Honor Society cords will be distributed at this time.
- Friday, March 22 — end of the third quarter
- Monday, March 25 through Monday, April 1 — Hillsdale Spring Break!
- Tuesday, April 2 — classes resume
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Sunday, March 31 — Yearbook Senior and Baby Picture Deadline
- Please email your senior picture to Mr. Wissel at kwissel @hillsdalelocalschools.org.
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Wednesday, April 3, 1:21 to 2:08 PM (6th period) — Graduation Speech Auditions in the Auditorium
- Students in the top 10% of the class are eligible to participate and will be notified by an email from Dr. Selvage. Please see Dr. Selvage with questions.
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Thursday, April 18, and Friday, April 19, Friday, 1 to 4:45 PM — Senior Graduation Banners in the 7-12 Gym
- Maurer Photography will be here to take senior photos in your cap and gown.
- Thursday, April 25, at 7:30 PM — Scholastic Recognition at Hillsdale Auditorium
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Saturday, April 27 — Prom Festivities
- 6 to 6:45 PM — Grand March at Fisher Auditorium at OSU ATI, Wooster
- 6:45-7:30 PM — Dinner at Shisler Center at OSU ATI, Wooster
- 7:30-9:30 PM — Dance at Shisler Center at OSU ATI, Wooster
- 10:30 PM -1:30 AM — Post Prom at Hillsdale 7- 12
- TBA — Spring Sports Awards: please check with your spring sports coaches
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Thursday, May 16 — the Last Day for Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center Seniors
- Mandatory Graduation Practice Only
- Friday, May 17, 10 AM — Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center Senior Farewell at Ashland University.
- Thursday, May 23 — the Last Class Day for seniors attending Hillsdale
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Friday, May 24, 8 AM — Senior Farewell
- followed by Senior Brunch and
- the Senior Academic Awards
- Sunday, May 26, 2 PM — Graduation
Class Traditions
- Class Song: “Humble and Kind” -Tim McGraw
- Class Flower: Yellow Lily Class
- Motto: “It’s better to look ahead and prepare than to look back and regret.” -Jackie Joyner-Kersee
- Class Gift: A showcase for memorabilia
Senior Officers
- President: Isabella Dalton
- Vice President: Hailey Stow
- Secretary: Vincent Scalesi
- Treasurer: Elizabeth Arnold
Student Council Members
- Isabella Dalton
- Kailyn Moneer
- Hailey Stow
- Vincent Scalesi
Senior Class Advisor - Dr. Tom Selvage