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Graduation - Class of 2026 Information

Letter to Senior Parents & Students April 19th

JCHS Parents and Guardians,

As I shared with you this past week, I will be sending out a Sunday evening email about what to expect for the upcoming week.  For the week of April 20th through April 26th, the following events will be occurring.  Events are in order by date.

Awards:
JCHS Common Scholarship Luncheon is scheduled for April 23rd from 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m. at Capital City Productions. Students were notified after returning from spring break if they were chosen by a scholarship committee as a recipient.  Due to limited space and cost, parents and guardians are unable to attend.  Please be aware that students will receive a detailed letter after the banquet that outlines the scholarship(s) they were awarded, and contact information for those scholarships. The JCHS Counseling Office does not oversee distribution of scholarship money.  It is highly recommended that the letter is placed in a safe place for reference regarding whom to contact if questions arise about a scholarship.  Also, please note that scholarship monies are typically sent directly to a student's college account in late July.

Project Graduation Information:
The JCHS Project Graduation activities will begin immediately following the graduation ceremony, located at the Linc. It is a no-cost, tobacco - alcohol - and drug-free celebration with entertainment, games and food for each attendee. Grads may take pictures after graduation and arrive by 45 minutes after the Hat Toss! Once Grads enter they are not allowed to leave and return.  Grads must be registered for this activity! Project Graduation registration will be available in Google Classroom from April 22 until May 6! Any parents who wish to volunteer for the evening, a “sign up” registration will be available next week! 

Senior Tips:
Caps and Gowns are required for the graduation ceremony.  They are available for sale on Jostens website.  Please call with questions about a cap and gown.  If you have a cap and gown, take the gown out of the packaging now!  We recommend hanging in a bathroom that has a steamy shower for the wrinkles to release. 
Continue to monitor your student's grades; most are in classes required for graduation.  Any student that does not meet their full graduation requirements by noon on Tuesday, May 5th, (meaning all finals, papers, projects, E2020 coursework and any assignments due must be completed and given to the teacher for grading by the end of the school day on Tuesday)  will not be allowed to walk at the graduation ceremony. Any student that is not able to walk will be notified by an administrator and counselor by Thursday, May 7th.  
Check your student's fines and fees; it will ensure you can pick up your diploma without delay after the ceremony (ask them to show you on their Chromebook).

Don’t hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions regarding this week’s events.

Sincerely, 
Dr. Deanne L. Fisher
JCHS Principal

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Moreau Heights Senior Walk

 

Letter to Senior Parents & Students 4/12/26

If you are receiving this email, you are the parent or guardian of a senior who will be graduating in a short time from Jefferson City High School. Whether this is your first senior to graduate, or you have had several, the last few weeks can be very overwhelming for you and your senior. In order to alleviate some stress, and keep you well informed, I will be sending a weekly Sunday email about what to expect for the next week starting Sunday, April 19th.

Each week, I will share any upcoming events/meetings that may be occurring that week and the following week.  Please read through the information, process it, reflect on it, write down questions you may have, and then remind yourself of four things: 
Be Informed, Be Prepared, Be Positive, and Enjoy Every Moment On This Journey.

The information we are providing below is organized in categories for what to expect as a parent/guardian, and as a senior, for the remaining weeks of school.  The information below is a short overview of events.  Again, each week, I will give more detail about each event. 

Senior Meeting:
Is scheduled for Wednesday April 22nd at 8:00 a.m. in the Fleming Fieldhouse.  This is a mandatory meeting for all seniors regarding their graduation and final senior tasks to complete prior to graduation.  The Union Street doors will be open at 7:50 a.m. on the morning of the 22nd for early entry into the building. The presentation will be linked on the JCHS Website counseling senior information page after the meeting for reference.

Awards:
JCHS Scholarship Luncheon is scheduled for April 23rd from 11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m. at the Capital City Productions. Students were notified last week if they were chosen by a scholarship committee as a recipient.  Due to limited space and cost, parents and guardians are unable to attend.  Please be aware that students will receive a detailed letter after the banquet that outlines the scholarship(s) they were awarded, and contact information for those scholarships. The JCHS Counseling office does not oversee distribution of scholarship money.  It is highly recommended that the letter is placed in a safe place for reference regarding whom to contact if questions arise about a scholarship.  Also, please note that scholarship monies are typically sent directly to a student's college account in late July.

Jay Pride Award Night is scheduled for April 27th from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. in the Fleming Fieldhouse.  Parents should receive an invitation in the mail ahead of time if your child will be receiving an award or recognition.  Seniors with an invite to attend Jay Pride Awards Night will have a meeting on April 22nd (following the Senior Meeting) in Fleming Fieldhouse. 

Senior’s Last Day:  May 6, 2026

Senior March:  Seniors will be dismissed on May 6th at 12:00 p.m. for the Senior March and Senior Bell Ringing tradition.  Parents are welcome to attend the bell ringing at the stadium.

Graduation practice will begin promptly after the Senior March, followed by the Senior Bell Ringing at the stadium (weather permitting). Once both events are complete, seniors will be dismissed.

Baccalaureate is on Sunday, May 3rd at 2:00 p.m. at the Miller Performing Arts Center.  This ceremony will be combined with Capital City High School. This is a non-denominational event that will feature a local minister, Ben Schnipper

JCHS Graduation is on Friday, May 8th at 7:00 p.m. The ceremony will take place at Adkins Stadium, weather permitting.  More information on seating, parking, before/after the ceremony information and tickets (if needed) to follow in the next couple of weeks. 

Caps and Gowns are required for the graduation ceremony.  They are available for sale on Jostens website.  JCHS does have caps and gowns to rent if needed.  Please call with questions about a cap and gown. 

Senior Field Day is a celebration for seniors on Friday May 1st from 12 - 2:00 pm.  This is a student-led event by Fleming Frenzy where students can enjoy games, social time, and food from local vendors on the practice football field. 

Project Graduation will begin immediately following the graduation ceremony. It is a no-cost, tobacco - alcohol - and drug-free celebration with entertainment, tons of food, and prizes for each attendee. Stay tuned for more information in the next couple of weeks pertaining to Project Graduation.  

Senior Parent Tips:

  • Monitor your student's grades; most are in classes required for graduation.  Any student that does not meet their full graduation requirements by the end of the school day on Tuesday, May 6th, meaning all finals, papers, projects, E2020 coursework and any assignments due must be completed and given to the teacher for grading by the end of the school day on Tuesday, will not be allowed to walk at the graduation ceremony. Any student that is not able to walk will be notified by an administrator and/or counselor by Thursday, May 7th by 1:00 pm. 

 

  • Check your student's fines and fees; it will ensure you can pick up your diploma without delay after the ceremony (Ask them to show you on their Chromebook).

 

  • Take the gown out of the packaging now!  We recommend hanging in a bathroom that has a steamy shower for the wrinkles to release. 

 

  • Make sure you check the weather for the day, and help your student dress appropriately; the gowns can make them hot, and any humidity will make their discomfort worse.

 

  • Make sure your student wears shoes that will not challenge them in moving from the track, to the field turf, to the stage, and down the stairs.

 

  • Remind your students that only chords directly given by the school (program chords) are allowed; no other non-school-related decorations or regalia are allowed unless previously approved by JCHS Administration.
     
  • When in doubt - give us a call!

Looking forward to sharing this journey with you and your child.  Let me know if you have additional questions or concerns that arise during the last few weeks of school. 

Sincerely, 

Dr. Deanne L. Fisher
JCHS Principal

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Alumni Walk - Thorpe Gordon

Senior Meeting

Seniors--Save the Date for the mandatory senior meeting on Wednesday, April 22nd at 8:00 a.m. in the gym.

Senior Intentions

Please complete your senior intentions survey (this tells our counseling office where you would like your final transcript mailed).  The deadline to complete is May 1st.  If you change where you want your final transcript sent after graduation, please complete the transcript request form on the school counseling webpage.

Directions for completing are attached below.
1.  Access IC
2. Click on the message center
3.  Open up your surveys tab
4.  Complete the senior intentions survey