HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT OF HUNTINGTON AND BABYLON
HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL WEST Debra Intorcia Principal
Office (631) 592-3209 Fax (631) 592-3924
June 2010
Dear Parent(s) and Candidate for Graduation: Attached is a copy of our “Graduation Information Bulletin.” The bulletin contains important information and outlines your responsibilities in preparing for our 32nd Commencement Program. Graduation will take place on Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 12:00 noon at the Eugene Orloff Auditorium which is located at High School East. The seating capacity of the auditorium is limited; therefore, each senior will receive four (4) admission tickets. Tickets will be distributed to each candidate at graduation rehearsal which is scheduled for Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Rehearsal will be held in the gymnasium at High School West. After the rehearsal the PTSA will be hosting a luncheon for all graduates. Please be advised that you must call my office at 631-592-3209 to request a reservation if you will need to use seats in our HANDICAPPED area. In addition, if you have any other questions or concerns please contact my office as soon as possible. Graduation from high school is a ceremony which comes only once in a person’s lifetime. I have planned to make the ceremony meaningful and memorable. I encourage you as parents to impress upon your graduate the dignity and honor of this occasion. Finally, any end of the year pranks will not be tolerated. Any student involved in, having knowledge of, or not reporting a prank will be disciplined accordingly. For seniors the consequences could be denial of attendance to the prom and our graduation ceremony. I am asking your assistance in stressing the importance following school rules for the remainder of the school year. I look forward to greeting you on graduation day. Sincerely,
Debra Intorcia Principal /js
HIGH SCHOOL WEST GRADUATION INFORMATION BULLETIN -- 2010
Commencement Exercises: Sunday, June 27, 2010 in the Eugene Orloff Auditorium at High School East. The ceremony will begin at 12:00 noon. All graduates should report to the EAST wing of High School East no later than 11:15 a.m. Enter the doors adjacent to the auditorium and report to your assigned room. All rooms are located on the first floor of High School East. Rehearsal: Graduation rehearsal will be on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. in the gymnasium at High School West. Please be prompt. PTSA Recognition: Refreshments and lunch will be provided by the PTSA after the rehearsal – South & North Commons. Seating Assignments: Each candidate for graduation has been assigned a row and a seat number. This listing will be posted throughout the building. When you report for rehearsal, please sit in your assigned location. Bus Transportation: An ACTIVITY bus run will be provided on Thursday, June 24 for students who do not have their own transportation. The ACTIVITY buses will arrive at High School West at 9:45 and depart at 12:15 p.m. Tickets, Caps and Gowns: Each candidate for graduation will receive (4) four tickets to the Eugene Orloff Auditorium for your family and guests. Tickets will be distributed AFTER the rehearsal on Thursday, June 27. If you have not purchased a cap and gown, YOU MUST PAY WITH CASH. The cost is $30.00. Arrears/Overdue List: All books and school supplies (including athletic and band equipment, library fines, etc.) must be returned before tickets, cap and gowns can be distributed. An arrears list will be posted in the lobby and a collection table will be located in the South Commons. As you return your books to your teachers be sure you obtain your book card and then destroy it. Dress: All graduates must dress properly for Commencement. It is strongly suggested: LADIES - a “dressy” dress or suit and “dress” shoes, GENTLEMEN – shirt and tie, dress slacks, dark socks and shoes. (NO SNEAKERS). It is not necessary to wear a jacket under the gown. DO NOT BRING PERSONAL ITEMS TO THE COMMENCEMENT; examples – handbags, cell phones, beepers, cameras, etc. Handicapped Access: The Handicapped Access Entrance is located on the WEST side of the auditorium (right side). If you need handicapped seating please contact the Principal’s Office at 592-3209 to reserve a space. Diploma Distribution: At the conclusion of the program, graduates should return to their assigned classroom for diploma distribution. Please do not block their exit. Please plan to meet your son/daughter outside the building.
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HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT OF HUNTINGTON AND BABYLON
HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL WEST Debra Intorcia
TEL: (631) 592-3209
Principal
April 30, 2010
To the Class of 2010 and Families, We would like to continue the tradition of putting together a montage to be shown at graduation consisting of pictures of the senior class from kindergarten through the present. To this end, we are seeking photographs of all seniors, individually or in groups, to be used in the montage. Digital pictures can be emailed to gbits@optonline.net. Photos can also be left in a box in the main office. Please note, however, that we are unable to return any photos submitted. If you need the photo back, I suggest scanning and emailing same. Pictures can be of students in school, at after school activities or at private functions - we ask, however, that only this year’s seniors be in the photo. Please be sure to identify each person. The names should be written on the back of the photo or sent in the email for those forwarded electronically. We will be accepting photos until June 1st but would appreciate receiving them as soon as possible. Your participation and cooperation are greatly appreciated. Sincerely,
Gina Raio Bitsimis Past President, HSW PTSA