\nSenior Class Meeting:\u00a0 Wednesday, April 2, 11:40 a.m., Auditorium <\/b><\/p>\n
A mandatory class meeting will be held to discuss all aspects of the \u201cGraduation Season.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0 For example, class officers will report on the MLWGS Foundation Challenge and will provide details about the \u201cSenior Quotes\u201d for the Senior Recognition program.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Senior Survey via Naviance \u2013 April 16th<\/sup>\u00a0through May 9th<\/sup><\/b><\/p>\n The senior survey will be available on Naviance starting April 16th<\/sup> and must be completed by May 9th<\/sup> as a part of the official check-out process.\u00a0 This survey will give the senior counselors information about each student\u2019s post-graduation plans.\u00a0 The final college decision each senior reports will be used in the graduation program, and the scholarships accepted will be reported in the Senior Awards Assembly program.\u00a0 To access the survey, go to Naviance and click the senior survey link to the left under “About Me”.\u00a0 When complete, select “Save and I am finished” on the survey, and also mark it “Complete” on the Naviance Checklist.\u00a0 If a student changes his\/her college decision or receives a scholarship after submitting the form, please notify his\/her senior counselor in person or by e-mail.\u00a0 A brief demonstration and question\/answer session about this survey will be provided during AP \u201cBubblefest\u201d on Tuesday, April 22nd<\/sup> and Wednesday, April 23rd<\/sup>.\u00a0 Contact Mrs. Deck or Dr. Loving if you have questions.<\/p>\n Caps, Gowns, & Announcements:\u00a0 Monday & Tuesday, April 21st<\/sup> & 22nd<\/sup> , at Lunch<\/b><\/p>\n Caps, gowns, announcements, and other items ordered from Herff-Jones will be distributed on April 21st<\/sup> and 22nd<\/sup> in the student commons during lunch.\u00a0 If your student does not pick up his\/her order at that time, he\/she should contact Ms. Sheppard (the graduation coordinator) in Room 236.\u00a0\u00a0 If you have questions about or problems with the order you placed, please call Herff-Jones directly.\u00a0\u00a0 The number is 804-598-0971.\u00a0 Additional announcements are available for purchase ($1.35 each); contact Ms. Sheppard if you need extras or forgot to place an order.\u00a0\u00a0 She may be contacted by email (ksheppard@gsgis.k12.va.us) or by phone (354-6800 ext. 2369).<\/p>\n Senior Graduation Ticket Distribution:\u00a0 April 21st<\/sup> & 22nd<\/sup>, at lunch<\/b><\/p>\n Please note that these are tickets for admission to the graduation exercises and are not the announcements you would have ordered from Herff-Jones.\u00a0 Ms. Sheppard and Mr. Barnes will be at a table in the student commons (next to the Herff-Jones tables) where seniors can pick up their tickets.\u00a0\u00a0 PLEASE SEE THE PINK PAGE IN THIS MAILING FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE GRADUATION TICKETS.\u00a0 All seniors must complete either the online or paper Graduation Ticket Request Form no later than April 11th<\/sup>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b>Senior Group Photo:\u00a0 Wednesday, April 30th<\/sup>, 11:50 a.m.<\/b><\/p>\n A group photograph will be taken of all seniors in their caps and gowns<\/span> standing proudly on the front steps of Maggie Walker.\u00a0 This panorama style photograph measures approximately 10\u201dx30\u201d, and the cost is $15.00.\u00a0\u00a0 Approximately a week before the photograph is taken, order forms will be placed in the senior commons for any student interested in purchasing a copy of the photo. \u00a0\u00a0Students need to remember to bring their caps and gowns that day.\u00a0 <\/i><\/b>Rain date is Thursday, May 1st<\/sup>, 11:50.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/i><\/b>AP Exams: The Weeks of May 5th<\/sup> and May 12th<\/sup><\/b><\/p>\n Morning exams convene at 8:30 a.m., and afternoon exams begin at 12:00. \u00a0A good night\u2019s sleep and a healthy breakfast is the best strategy during these weeks; students have been well prepared for the exams!\u00a0 The AP exam schedule is at http:\/\/apcentral.collegeboard.com\/apc\/public\/exam\/calendar\/index.html<\/b>.<\/p>\n \u00a0MLWGS Prom:\u00a0 Saturday, May 17th<\/sup><\/b><\/p>\n The Junior\/Senior Prom will be held on Saturday, May 17th<\/sup>, from 8:00 \u2013 11:00 p.m. at the Hippodrome.\u00a0 Seniors are not charged admission, but each senior must pick up his\/her complimentary ticket during ticket sales.\u00a0 Junior and guest tickets are priced at $35.00.\u00a0 It is recommended that dinner reservations be made early enough so that students are able to arrive in time to enjoy the prom.\u00a0\u00a0 If you have questions, please contact the Class of 2015 Sponsor, Hal Waller, hwaller@gsgis.k12.va.us.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b>Community Service Hours:\u00a0 Due by Monday, May 19th<\/sup>, 3:30 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n Completion of 140 community service hours is a requirement for graduation (see the MLWGS student handbook).\u00a0\u00a0 Ask your student to confirm his\/her community service record with Mrs. Valenta Williams in Room 100.\u00a0 All seniors must turn in any remaining hours they have earned no later than May 19.<\/p>\n \u00a0Music Performance Auditions:\u00a0 May 21st<\/sup> & 22nd<\/sup>, 3:20 \u2013 4:30 p.m., Auditorium<\/b><\/p>\n Showcasing MLWGS Senior musical talent is an important tradition at Senior Recognition Night and graduation.\u00a0 For example, vocalists are needed to sing The Star Spangled Banner.<\/i>\u00a0 Additional performers or performance groups (instrumental or vocal<\/b>) are sought for both events.\u00a0\u00a0 Students should begin preparing now if they would like to audition<\/span>.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/i>Any MLWGS senior or group of seniors interested in auditioning must sign up for a time slot by May 16th<\/sup> on the list outside the Forum.\u00a0 Final decisions will be made by a committee of faculty members and the class officers.\u00a0 \u00a0Note: All students intending to perform must be present at auditions and are required to perform their intended piece for graduation or Senior Night.<\/b><\/b><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b>Senior Showcase: \u00a0Wednesday, June 4th<\/sup><\/b><\/p>\n Senior Showcase is the pinnacle of the seniors\u2019 mentorship or seminar experiences.\u00a0 The students have worked diligently over several months, and this is an opportunity for the entire school community to see the creativity and energy of their efforts.\u00a0 Presentations are scheduled to take place throughout the day.\u00a0 Please be on the lookout for the Showcase schedule to be distributed in mid-May.\u00a0 Mark the date on your calendars now so you don\u2019t miss out on this special day for Maggie Walker seniors!<\/p>\n \u00a0Senior Recognition Night: \u00a0Thursday, June 5th<\/sup>, 7:00 p.m., Auditorium<\/b><\/p>\n This is the night we all come together to honor the many contributions and memories of our graduating seniors.\u00a0 The highlight of the evening for the students is always the Senior Slide Show, and it is a great opportunity for you to get a sense of what the last four years have looked like inside our halls.\u00a0\u00a0 Students wear professional\/business attire; caps and gowns are NOT worn for this event.<\/p>\n \u00a0Senior Awards Assembly:\u00a0 Friday, June 6, 12:55 p.m., Auditorium<\/b><\/p>\n This assembly allows community organizations to distinguish senior recipients of scholarships\/awards.\u00a0 \u00a0Parents will be notified in advance if their child will be recognized.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b>\u00a0<\/b>Senior Exams: \u00a0Monday-Wednesday, June 9th<\/sup> \u2013 11th<\/sup><\/b><\/p>\n Check with your student about which exams he or she will be required to take.\u00a0 All exams and any outstanding coursework need to be completed by June 11th<\/sup> in order for a student to walk at graduation.\u00a0 Note that the 11th<\/sup> is also an early dismissal day.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b>Senior \u201cCheck Out\u201d Forms & <\/b>Senior Financial Obligations:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n Due on or before Wednesday, June 11th<\/sup> <\/b><\/p>\n The \u201ccheck out\u201d form will be given to students after APs are over.\u00a0 Each student is responsible for collecting the required signatures and returning the form to the School Counseling Office by Wednesday, June 11th<\/sup>.\u00a0 Outstanding MLWGS obligations must be paid to Mrs. Crystal Charity in the main office prior to 3:00 p.m. on June 11th<\/sup><\/i><\/b>.\u00a0 <\/b>NOTE:\u00a0 <\/i>All teachers\u2019 signatures need to be obtained before<\/span> going to Mrs. Charity, because she takes all monies from each student for all obligations (lost or damaged book fines, etc.) and writes one receipt for him\/her.<\/i><\/p>\n \u00a0Seniors who have unpaid financial obligations and\/or who have not returned the check-out form will not be allowed to participate in the graduation ceremony.\u00a0 Any outstanding VCU library fines must be paid directly to the VCU library<\/i><\/b>.\u00a0 If the latter applies to your student, a paid receipt from the VCU library should be turned in to Mrs. Zona Hicks in the School Counseling Office to clear the account.<\/p>\n \u00a0Senior Picnic: \u00a0Thursday, June 12th<\/sup>, 12:00 \u2013 2:00 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n The Senior Picnic is the first official alumni event for the Class of 2014, and it is sponsored by the Governor’s School Foundation and Alumni Office. The event will be held at the Carillon Shelter at Byrd Park, and students are asked to sign-up to bring desserts, drinks, paper goods, and chips. The Foundation will be providing Buzz & Ned’s Barbecue. Any parent who wishes to help serve at this\u00a0event, please contact class sponsor, David Barnes, dbarnes@gsgis.k12.va.us, 354-6800 ext.3060.<\/p>\n \u00a0Baccalaureate Service: \u00a0Thursday, June 12th<\/sup>, 6:30 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n The Baccalaureate Service will be held at First Presbyterian Church (4602 Cary Street Road). \u00a0Sponsored by the MLWGS PTSA, the inter-faith service begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will last one hour. \u00a0Students are not required to attend, but this traditional and memorable event celebrates finishing one chapter in their lives and beginning the next.\u00a0 Information regarding line-up and parking will be included in the official invitation from the PTSA, which will arrive by mail.\u00a0 Seniors are reminded to bring both cap and gown for the ceremony<\/b>.<\/p>\n \u00a0The Faculty Lounge Lizards at Dogwood Dell:\u00a0 Thursday, June 12th<\/sup>, 8:00 p.m.<\/b><\/p>\n After the Baccalaureate Service, the entire MLWGS family is invited to hear the fantastic faculty band, The Faculty Lounge Lizards, perform at Dogwood Dell.\u00a0 It promises to be a great evening of music and a fun way to celebrate the friendships formed during the last four years!\u00a0 Bring folding chairs or a blanket to sit on.\u00a0 Additional information will be sent out in Smoke&Scales<\/i> and\/or posted on the MLWGS website.<\/p>\n \u00a0Graduation Rehearsal: \u00a0Friday, June 13th<\/sup>, 9:00 a.m., Carpenter Theatre, 600 E. Grace St.<\/b><\/p>\n Graduation rehearsal is held at the Carpenter Theatre.<\/i><\/b>\u00a0 Parking is available at multiple locations:\u00a0 http:\/\/www.richmondcenterstage.com\/plan-your-visit\/parking-centerstage.\u00a0 Carpooling is recommended.\u00a0 Seniors must arrive no later than 8:45 a.m. and report to Rhythm Hall (enter by the right front entrance).\u00a0 Rehearsal will begin at 9:00 a.m. sharp.\u00a0 ANY STUDENT WHO MISSES REHEARSAL WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO WALK IN THE ACTUAL GRADUATION CEREMONY, <\/i><\/b>so parents are asked to please work with your student to make sure he or she is on time.\u00a0 Practice is usually completed by 11:30 a.m. or so; but given that we will take as long as needed to perfect the process, please do not plan anything that requires your student to leave early or be gone by a certain time.\u00a0 This rehearsal is crucial to the success of the graduation ceremony.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b>Graduation: \u00a0Friday, June 13th<\/sup>, 3:00 p.m., Carpenter Theatre, 600 E. Grace St.<\/b><\/p>\n Graduates must arrive at the Rhythm Hall by 2:00 p.m.; enter by the right front entrance.\u00a0 For organizational reasons, this area is off limits to parents, relatives, and friends; we appreciate your understanding.\u00a0 Cap, gown, and tassel are the most important items for the day, but students are asked to dress appropriately:\u00a0 dark dress pants, collared shirt and tie for the young men, dresses for the young women.<\/p>\n Perhaps the most important clothing decision for the day, however, is shoes.\u00a0 Dress shoes and socks for the boys and low-heeled dress shoes for the girls are the best choices; please, no \u201cflip-flops\u201d or athletic shoes.\u00a0 Additionally, decorations on mortarboards are absolutely prohibited.\u00a0 Note:\u00a0 The \u201ccollar\u201d that comes with the graduation gown will not be used.<\/p>\n Doors to the Carpenter Theatre will open at 2:30 p.m.\u00a0 Guests should enter through the front doors and must have a ticket<\/b> to attend graduation.\u00a0 Seating is not reserved.\u00a0 Handicap seating is available in multiple locations; please see one of the ushers at the door upon your arrival if you need this seating.\u00a0 Parking for graduation is available at multiple locations: \u00a0http:\/\/www.richmondcenterstage.com\/plan-your-visit\/parking-centerstage .\u00a0 Carpooling is strongly recommended.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/i><\/b>Photographs during the ceremony are only allowed from your seats.\u00a0\u00a0 The Richmond CenterStage will not permit us to spill into the aisles for this activity, and they enforce this quite seriously. \u00a0However, Lifetouch will be taking pictures of each individual student as he\/she receives his\/her diploma.\u00a0 This year, Lifetouch will mail a proof picture directly to each family with ordering information attached.<\/p>\n Last but certainly not least, a brief reception for students and their families will be held immediately after graduation in the Rhythm Hall of Richmond CenterStage.\u00a0 \u00a0Graduation activities should conclude by 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/b>Final Transcripts<\/b><\/p>\n Senior counselors are responsible for the June mailing of final transcripts to each senior\u2019s designated college or university.\u00a0 In the event of a pending wait-list decision, the transcript will also be mailed to that college at the student’s request.\u00a0 In order to obtain dual enrollment credit officially from VCU, the student must fill out the Transcript Request form and submit it to the VCU Records and Registration Office after July 1.\u00a0 These forms will be available in the School Counseling Office on the third floor.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Senior Class Meeting:\u00a0 Wednesday, April 2, 11:40 a.m., Auditorium A mandatory class meeting will be held to discuss all aspects of the \u201cGraduation Season.\u201d\u00a0\u00a0 For example, class officers will report […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":381310,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_EventAllDay":false,"_EventTimezone":"","_EventStartDate":"","_EventEndDate":"","_EventStartDateUTC":"","_EventEndDateUTC":"","_EventShowMap":false,"_EventShowMapLink":false,"_EventURL":"","_EventCost":"","_EventCostDescription":"","_EventCurrencySymbol":"","_EventCurrencyCode":"","_EventCurrencyPosition":"","_EventDateTimeSeparator":"","_EventTimeRangeSeparator":"","_EventOrganizerID":[],"_EventVenueID":[],"_OrganizerEmail":"","_OrganizerPhone":"","_OrganizerWebsite":"","_VenueAddress":"","_VenueCity":"","_VenueCountry":"","_VenueProvince":"","_VenueState":"","_VenueZip":"","_VenuePhone":"","_VenueURL":"","_VenueStateProvince":"","_VenueLat":"","_VenueLng":"","_VenueShowMap":false,"_VenueShowMapLink":false,"_tribe_blocks_recurrence_rules":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_description":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_exclusions":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","_wpscppro_dont_share_socialmedia":false,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"","_twitter_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type":"","_pinterest_share_type":"","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"","_medium_share_type":"","_threads_share_type":"","_google_business_share_type":"","_selected_social_profile":[],"_wpsp_enable_custom_social_template":false,"_wpsp_social_scheduling":{"enabled":false,"datetime":null,"platforms":[],"status":"template_only","dateOption":"today","timeOption":"now","customDays":"","customHours":"","customDate":"","customTime":"","schedulingType":"absolute"},"_wpsp_active_default_template":true},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17559","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n