Graduation Newsletter

NEW DATE AND TIME:

Powder Puff game and Senior Sunset has been moved to Thursday, May 28th

Seniors must return their CCPS-issued Chromebook and charger to RSHS. Chromebook collection will take place during English classes on May 26th and May 27th. Seniors who have completed their academic requirements may return their Chromebook and charger before leaving school on Friday, May 22nd. Students who return damaged items will be billed. Failure to return a Chromebook and charger will result in a replacement cost being charged ($300 for Chromebook, $30 for charger). Students will not be eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony if they do not return devices or pay replacement costs by May 29th.

Students graduating this year have the opportunity to visit elementary and middle schools in the Rising Sun High School district. The grad walk has become a way for our elementary and middle school students to share in the excitement of graduation and to be motivated by RSHS who are completing their CCPS education. Former teachers also share in the excitement and are able to congratulate students they helped during the elementary and middle school grades. Students must submit a completed permission form by May 22nd to be included in the field trip.

Direct link to graduation photos - https://events.legacystudios.com/

The flyer below has the specific code for our school to access the photos that will be processed and uploaded within 10 days of graduation

All graduating students must complete the 2026 Senior Survey. The survey is used to collect information about student plans after graduation. Completion of the survey is required and must be done prior to May 15th.

BlackForge is selling senior signs for students graduating from RSHS. If you are interested in purchasing a sign for a senior, use the form to place and pay for your order. Signs will be delivered to Rising Sun High School.

Monday, May 18th at 6:00 PM

We will hold a graduation information meeting in the RSHS Auditorium for anyone who has questions regarding graduation at the University of Delaware. This is not mandatory for participation in graduation.

• All seniors planning to participate in graduation must be present at rehearsal.
• Rehearsal will take place in the RSHS auditorium
• Students attending the grad walk will be dismissed directly from rehearsal to the busses.

• The graduation Ceremony will be held at the Bob Carpenter Center at the University of Delaware
• Graduates should arrive at 2:00 PM - entry will be at the front of the building
• Family and friends attending graduation should arrive no earlier than 2:30 PM - entry will be at the front of the building.
• Everyone entering the Bob Carpenter Center will enter through an Evolv security system. Please see the information below regarding prohibited items.
• in addition to the prohibited items listed on the document below, the following items will not be allowed into the Bob Carpenter Center.
• ballons
• noisemakers of any kind
• signs larger than 8.5" x 11"
• The graduation ceremony will begin promptly at 3:30 PM.
• Graduates will receive a diploma cover only during the ceremony. Graduates must pick up their diplomas behind the stage immediately following the ceremony.
• Graduates will meet their family and friends at the front of the building following the ceremony. All attendees should exit the arena promptly at the conclusion of the ceremony.
• Graduates and RSHS faculty and staff ONLY are allowed on the arena floor.
• The graduation ceremony will be live streamed on the CCPS YouTube channel. Link to follow.

Participation in graduation is a privilege. Seniors who fail to follow guidelines and expectations, or cause discipline problems in the last few weeks of school or at the ceremony may be denied the privilege of participation in graduation.

• Tickets will be distibuted at graduation rehearsal.

• Every student will receive 10 tickets to the graduation ceremony. Anyone needing more than 10 tickets can pick up additional tickets at rehearsal.
• All attendees of the ceremony must present a ticket to enter.
• ADA seating will be available at the venue. Requests can be made at the venue and event staff will provide direction to ADA sections. We ask that one guest accompany those requiring ADA seating to ensure there is space for all who need it.

• Tassels are worn on the left side of the cap
• Decorated caps are prohibited. Students who arrive with a decorated cap will not be allowed to participate.
• Graduates should be dressed appropriately:
• Dresses, jumpsuits, collared shirts, ties, dress pants and dress shoes
• Those wearing white gowns should wear white or light colored clothing (bright/dark colors and patterns will show through.)
• No shorts, sneakers, sweatpants/athletic wear or flip flops
• Graduates please avoid bringing purses, cell phones or other personal items. There will not be a designated secure area to store such items.

If you require transportation to and from RSHS for the Graduation Ceremony, please complete the Transportation Request Form. Requests must be received by May 22nd.

Any guest who requires handicapped parking access and does not have a valid handicapped tag for their vehicle, please request a tag from RSHS using the form below. Tags will be provided to graduates at rehearsal. Requests must be received by May 22nd.

Handicapped Parking Request

The University of Delaware uses EVOLV Security System at The Bob Carpenter Center. A list of prohibited items is found below. Anyone in possession of a prohibited item will be denied entry.

The Bob Carpenter Center is located on the University of Delaware campus.

Use the following address for directions:

631 S. College Ave.

Newark, DE 19716