8th Grade Information

Dear 8th Grade Families,

As we approach the conclusion of an exciting and memorable school year, we want to extend our
heartfelt congratulations to the Class of 2025 and their families. Your support, encouragement,
and partnership have helped our students achieve a major milestone—graduating from IS 72!
Please read below for important information and key dates as we prepare for graduation and
other special end-of-year events.

Graduation Attire Reminder
To maintain a uniform and dignified graduation ceremony, students are not permitted to decorate
their caps or wear additional scarves, stoles, or accessories beyond what is issued by the school.
Students will wear:
● The official cap and gown supplied by the school
● A Laurie Leaders pin (if applicable) and or Arista pin (if applicable)
● Honor cords for Arista members (if applicable) to be distributed in June
● A commemorative stole for students who were in Arista all three years (if applicable) to
be distributed in June.

Graduation is a formal and celebratory event, and we encourage students to dress accordingly to
honor the importance of this milestone. While the graduation gown will be worn over all
clothing, suggested clothing items students may want to wear attire that reflects the dignity of the
occasion. Suggested options include dress shirts, ties, polos, slacks, dresses, skirts, and blouses
or tops. Please ensure that your child wears comfortable shoes suitable for walking down aisles
and ascending/descending the stage stairs safely during the diploma conferral. Avoid footwear
that may pose a risk for tripping or discomfort during the ceremony.

We appreciate your cooperation in supporting this policy to ensure a respectful and unified event.

Important End-of-Year Events:
June 2: Arista Ceremony – 9:00 AM for selected students
June 3: Graduation Rehearsal –Periods 3 & 4
June 4: Graduation Rehearsal –Periods 3 & 4
June 5: No School – Eid al-Adha
June 6: No Students – Clerical Day
June 9: Graduation Rehearsal Periods 7 & 8; Distribution of Caps, Gowns & Graduation Tickets, Senior T-shirts
June 10: Earth & Space Regents – 11:00 AM for selected students
June 11: 8th Grade Dance @ Hilton Garden Inn – 5:00–8:00 PM- tickets will be distributed to paid students on
6/9/25
June 12: Graduation Rehearsal - Periods 1 & 2
June 13: 8th Grade Trip – Dorney Park for paid students only.
June 16: Graduation Rehearsal – Periods 7 & 8
June 17: Graduation Rehearsal – Periods 3 & 4; 8th Grade Awards Ceremony – 6:00 PM- invites distributed 6/2/25
June 18: Algebra Regents – 11:00 AM- selected students only
June 19: No School – Juneteenth
June 20: U.S. History Regents – 9:00 AM- selected students only
June 23: Spanish Proficiency Exam – 9:00 AM selected students ;Final Graduation Rehearsal Periods 7 & 8
June 24: Graduation Ceremony @ Wagner College – 9:00 AM students arrive at 8:30a.m.
June 25: Bye Bye Bulldogs Day – Wear Senior Shirts; Yearbook Distribution
June 26: Last Day of School & Diploma/Report Card Distribution

If your child will not be present for yearbook/t-shirt distribution, graduation or diploma distribution:
● All families who paid senior dues are entitled to receive the full senior package.
Items will be available for pickup in the main office through June 30, 2025 or beginning again the
week of August 25, 2025. The school is closed through the summer.
● Please note: Diplomas will not be distributed at the graduation ceremony. They will be given to
all 8th grade students on Thursday, June 26, 2025, the last day of school.
● The digital yearbook will be emailed to all 8th grade families by June 30, 2025 via OPEROO.

We are excited to celebrate this important milestone with you and your children. Thank you for your
continued support and for being an essential part of the IS 72 community. Let’s finish the year

#BulldogSTRONG and proud!

Warm regards,

Danielle Movsesian

8th Grade Assistant