5/2 Update

We had a great senior meeting and cap and gown distribution today. The seniors looked amazing in their caps and gowns. We reminded seniors that graduation practice is mandatory in order to participate in the official graduation. Students must be present at the Civic Center on May 28th no later than 8:30 for graduation practice.

As you think about graduation, the security screening procedures to expect are below.

Security Screening for Graduation

All guests will be subject to screening upon entry, which may include:

· Visual inspection

· Bag search

· Metal detector screening

· Pat-down (if necessary)

Bag Policy

· Clear bags must not exceed 13” x 4”

· Solid bags must not exceed 4.5” x 6.5”

· Backpacks are not permitted

· All bags are subject to search

Other Prohibited Items

· Balloons and gift bags

· Outside food and beverages

· Signs or Banners

Additional Notes

· Cameras are permitted if they comply with the bag policy.

· For safety of our graduates and guests, Glen Avenue will be closed.

Arrival & Entry Information

· Guests may enter through the main Civic Center doors beginning at 6:00 pm.

· Graduates and staff will enter through the Midway entrance on the right side of the Civic Center and will go through security screening there.

We encourage all guests to arrive early and allow time for screening.

Please share these guidelines with family and friends to ensure a smooth, safe, and celebratory event for our graduates.

Even though you are limited on what you can carry into the event, we will have the commencement groups inside the civic center and this allows you to order items for your senior to give them onsite. Check out the link for more information. https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/jamesbennett/

If at anytime you have questions, please be sure and reach out.

Principal Savage

A-D Krista Riggin

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• •4 English, 4 Math, 3 Social Studies (US, Govt, World), 3 Science (Life, Earth, Physical), 1/2 Phys Ed, 1 Health, 1 Technology, 1 Fine Art

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•COMPLETE STATE TESTING REQUIREMENTS

ATTENDANCE MUST REMAIN UNDER 5 UNEXCUSED ABSENCES PER TERM

Senior Meeting - Cafeteria - 8:30

Class of 2025 Parent/Student Meeting (Media) 6pm

Scholarship Day - Media Center

Senior T-shirt orders due. Printed copies of the order from are available in the main office.

Graduation Announcement Delivery for those that ordered. Pickup outside of cafeteria 10:30-1:20

Financial Aid Assistance Meeting (Media Center) 5-7pm

Senior Yearbook Stats Due

Senior Ads/Pages for Yearbook Due

Tickets go on Sale April 14th during all lunch shifts, after school on April 15th and April 22nd from 3-4 PM

All JMB students must have a signed dance agreement.

Guest forms need to be returned the day before you purchase your tickets. They are available now but need to be completed on April 14th or later by the guest school

Students must have their required service learning hours completed and have ALL fines paid in order to buy their tickets.

Dance Criteria

Students must have a 2.0 GPA

Students can not have any out of school suspensions

Students must be in attendance on the Friday, prior to the dance.

Last day to purchase prom tickets

Spring Pep Rally during 5th period

· Grand March @ JMB

• Students arrive by 6:15
• March begins at 6:30
• Decorating Auditorium will take place during the morning

· Prom @ Wicomico Youth & Civic Center 8-11pm (Theme Mamma Mia!)

• 2.0 GPA
• No Out of School Suspensions During Semester 2
• Be in attendance on the Friday before the Prom
• Must complete a guest form for any non-JMB student guest
• Must have any outstanding fines paid

Last day to submit service hours to be included in senior awards

Mandatory Senior Meeting (Gym) 8:30am - Wear Senior Shirt

· Cap and Gowns Distributed

· Panoramic Class photo taken in Caps and Gowns (Order forms will be available in Office) If you are borrowing a cap and gown please bring it to the meeting. You will not wear cords and stoles for this photo.

· Wear college, trade or military service shirt to the meeting for a voluntary photo after the panoramic

Elementary Walk Through - must have parent permission and be in good standings to attend

Fruitland Primary

Fruitland Intermediate

Pemberton

Pinehurst

Bennett Middle

AP Exams this week! Last year's AP Exam administration resulted in 55 JMB students being named as AP Scholars, as well as JMB being recognized by College Board as part of the 2024 AP School Honor Roll. This year, more than 300 JMB students are registered for more than 600 exams. We want to wish all students taking an exam, whether it is your first, or last of many for JMB, good luck!!

AP Exams

Last day for any student NOT participating in Commencement to notify Mr. Lasinski (glasinski@wcboe.org) via a written request or email from a parent.

JR/SR Banquet (Cafeteria) – 5:00 pm

Senior Awards (AUD) 6pm * by invitation

Laptop/Book Return - More details to come

Sports Awards (Cafeteria) 6pm *by invitation

Last Day for Seniors

Senior Breakfast - wear college, military or career shirt

Graduation Ticket Distribution - as students leave for the day

• ✅ Fines Paid
• ✅ Textbooks Returned
• ✅ Laptops and Chargers Returned
• ✅ Senior Survey Completed
• ✅ Service Hours Completed
• ✅ Graduation Requirements Met

Commencement Practice (Wicomico Youth and Civic Center) 8:30am

· Practice is mandatory for all students that plan to participate in Commencement.

· Students must report to Civic Center by 8:15am. Practice starts promptly at 8:30am.

· Students must provide their own transportation to and from practice.

· Practice will last as long as it takes to ensure the program is organized properly.

· Students are not allowed back on school grounds after practice.

Commencement Ceremony (Wicomico Youth and Civic Center) 7:30pm

· Students Arrive at 6:00pm - Midway Entrance

· Doors open for guests 6:00pm - Front Entrance

· Any student not in attendance by 7:25pm will have their name crossed off the list and they will not walk.

· Dress Code:

If wearing a dress or skirt: light-colored dress or skirt and blouse (with no pattern as it will be visible through the white portion of the graduation gown) and dress shoes which can include dressy sandals but no flip flops, tennis shoes, or crocs.

If wearing pants: You must wear a light-colored dress shirt, tie, dress pants and dress shoes. No jeans, flip flops, tennis shoes, or crocs.

· Students may NOT decorate their Caps.

· Diploma Covers only will be handed during the ceremony. Students will receive their actual diploma immediately following the recessional in the Flanders room in the Civic Center. If a student acts inappropriately during commencement, his/her diploma and final transcript will be withheld, and its release will be contingent upon a conference between the parent, student, and the principal on the next school day.

· Commencement should be a dignified, formal ceremony that evokes pride and casts a positive light on our school and students.

· Formal behavior is expected during commencement. Please remind friends and relatives who may be attending that applause, cheering, or any sign of individual recognition is inappropriate. Please turn off all cell phones and electronic devices. Guests should remain seated throughout the ceremony. Please emphasize to your families and friends that they should respect the entire class by not calling out or making unnecessary noise.

**Please Note: The Civic Center will NOT allow balloons or signs inside the arena for commencement. Please plan to keep these in your vehicle until after commencement.

· Participation in Commencement is NOT mandatory. Any student that does not wish to participate will need to have a parent submit the request in writing to their administrator by May 8th.

If you need handicapped seating at graduation or need to be closer to the sign language interpreters, please reach out to Mrs. Carey (tcarey@mywcps.org)

Email: jmb@mywcps.org
Website: jmb.wicomicoschools.org

Location: 300 East College Avenue, Salisbury, MD, USA
Phone: 410-677-5141
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