Senior Class Info
REDWOOD IMPORTANT SENIOR CLASS NEWS
Congratulations Senior Families!
Senior year is a busy one filled with a lot of events (and information to process) for both parents and students. This will help make the list of “senior things” a little more manageable for everyone! Keep an eye on this page for more updates. Over the course of the upcoming year, you will receive updates filled with information for your senior year which we will add to this page. Please also follow the Redwood Senior Class Instagram page @Redwood2024
ParentSquare Notifications will be added to this page (below), so be sure to check back often! Please see below:
TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION FOR SENIORS:
Please go to this link for all questions and requests: TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS
2024 Graduation Ceremony
The graduation ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 13th at 3:00 pm in the Kreitzberg Amphitheater on the Redwood campus. Graduates need to report to the Phil Roark Gymnasium at 2:00 pm to line up for the ceremony that will start at 3:00. The ceremony lasts approximately 2 hours and getting out of the parking lot will take some time, so please plan accordingly. There are no tickets necessary and there is plenty of seating for all who attend. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats may not be reserved or saved, except for special guests of the district. Umbrellas for shade must be closed during the ceremony. NO DOGS ALLOWED except service dogs.
Reminder: Cigars, alcohol and confetti poppers are prohibited on school campus. Central Marin Police will be on site
Appropriate Dress for Graduation: Any senior participating in the ceremony must wear a cap and gown. All students are to be dressed in appropriate, comfortable, but nice clothing. Girls should wear flat or low heeled shoes or sandals since they will be walking through a steep, soft, grassy area.
Diplomas: Empty diploma jackets will be handed out during the ceremony. Actual diplomas may be picked up outside the small gym immediately following the graduation ceremony.
Graduation Parking: There are no tickets or limits on the number of guests that may attend graduation, so a large crowd is anticipated. Parking and traffic congestion are a problem, so we suggest carpooling and arriving early. Central Marin Police and volunteers will be directing traffic. Marked accessible parking is located both in the east and west parking lots.
Seating for Family Members with Mobility Issues: If you have a family member with mobility issues and have questions about the best path of travel to the amphitheater, please email Ms. Serrano (gserrano@tamdistrict.org)
Graduation Participation: If you are NOT planning to participate in graduation please contact Simone Davis sdavis@tamdistrict.org
Leis and other Items: The class of 2025 (current juniors) are selling leis and other items to commemorate the graduates. Here is the link to the online ordering. You will be able to pick up your purchase on graduation day.
Yard Signs to Celebrate Class of 2024 - Deliveries are no longer available. Signs are available for pick up in the Attendance Office, Room 105
Senior Clearance: Any student not meeting graduation requirements, not cleared for participation in the ceremony, or owing fees will not be issued a cap and gown. Senior clearance forms will be available in the counseling office beginning Wednesday, June 5th before school, during break or after school. Signatures from teachers, your counselor, the library, records secretary and budget secretary indicate that you have passed classes, returned books, and paid any outstanding fees. Your counselor certifies you have met all graduation requirements. Please do not disrupt classes in order to obtain your signatures; this must be taken care of outside of normal class time. Signatures on the form must be completed by Wednesday, June 12th at 10:30 AM.
How to order your final transcripts: Ms. Fernandez will email a Google form to all seniors on Friday, May 31st to complete this process.
Non-Common App Schools: Submit your Google form indicating the name of the college you will be attending and submit your transcript request through Parchment.
Common App Schools: Submit your Google form indicating the name of the college you will be attending. (We will electronically upload your transcript).
NCAA student's: Your transcript will automatically be uploaded to the NCAA portal by July 1st.
Graduation Rehearsal: There will be only ONE graduation practice on Wednesday, June 12th at 11:15 a.m. in the amphitheater. Seniors must be prompt and attend the entire practice in order to participate in the ceremony. If the practice goes well, seniors will be dismissed around 1:15 PM. Students who are performing at graduation should plan to stay longer for sound checks.
Graduation Caps and Gowns: All caps and gowns are ordered and paid for by the school. Caps, gowns, and tassels will be distributed on Wednesday, June 12th, after graduation rehearsal. There will not be an opportunity to pick them up before rehearsal, so plan accordingly. Distribution will be held in the small gym.
Clearance forms are your ticket for your Cap & Gown. They must have all the required signatures and all bills paid before gowns are issued.
All graduates must wear the proper cap and gown in order to participate in the commencement. Place your cap forward on your head with the point almost between your eyebrows. Wear your tassel over your right eye. You will be instructed to move the tassel to the left as a class after all the diplomas have been awarded. If you choose to decorate your cap and gown, note these guidelines:
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The silhouette of the cap and gown must not be altered.
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Only messages that are appropriate and tasteful may appear on only the top of the cap.
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Students whose caps and gowns do not meet these guidelines will be issued new cap/gowns before the ceremony.
TRANSCRIPT INFORMATION FOR SENIORS:
Dear Seniors and Parents:
Congratulations to the Class of 2024 on your well-deserved success. You did it! As your college selection has been finalized, it is now time for you to request your final transcript be sent to your college.
For Non-Common App Schools: This year we are partnering with Parchment to send final transcripts for our graduating seniors to colleges or other institutions. This service will be free to all our graduating seniors. If you have not created an account, parchment sent you an access code today to your student email. ALL colleges (including 2-year colleges) REQUIRE a final, official transcript with year-ending grades and a graduation date for admittance. Your transcript will be final and have 2nd semester grades, adjusted GPA and a posted/verified graduation date by June 25th. If you put in a request through Parchment between now and graduation, your transcript will be sent on or around June 25th.
For Common App Schools: All I need is the name of the college you will be attending. (I will electronically upload your transcript to the Common App portal.) I will upload your transcript by the required date of July 1st.
For NCAA students: I will automatically upload your final transcript to the NCAA portal. I will upload your transcript by the required date of July 1st.
To place your final transcript request, please complete the Google form by following Final Transcript Request link or using the QR code below. Your Final Transcript request is due by June 12, 2024.
Congratulations, Class of 2024!
Diana Fernandez
Records Secretary, Rm. 103
Redwood High School
395 Doherty Dr.
Larkspur, Ca. 94939
415-945-3625 Phone & Fax
Be sure to click the link above for our SENIOR LETTER #2. You'll find updated important dates for fun activities, information on our celebration of seniors at our Roots Down 2024 (not to be missed for seniors and their parents), yearbook distribution info, the famous Senior Brunch, Graduation Rehearsals and, of course, senior clearance forms (completion required prior to picking up your Caps and Gowns! Also included are the report time for graduation and the PTSA Safe and Sober Grad Night info.
IMPORTANT REDWOOD SENIOR CLASS NEWS
Calendar updates and reminders
5/28-5/31/2024 All Day Art Festival in Small Gym
5/28/2024 Lunch Root Beer Floats at Lunch @ flagpole; Spirit Day - PJs
5/29/2024 Lunch Rally - Red & Black-Tee Shirt signing @ lunch
5/30/2024 Lunch Next Steps Spirit Day - In & Out Lunch @ Gym
5/30/2024 5:30-8:30 Reception for Artists, Families and Community
6/3/2024 7:00PM Roots Down Gratitude Event for Seniors and Families@RHS Main Gym
6/3/2024 2:40 Summer Send Off Yearbook Distribution and Party (7th Period and after school)
6/5/2024 8:00 AM Senior Clearance Forms Available for Pickup Rm 103 (Counseling Office) before school, during break or after school
6/10/2024 Final Exam Schedule Please click this link for the full Final Exam Schedule
6/12/2024 10:30 AM Senior Brunch in CEA
6/12/2024 11:15 AM Graduation Rehearsal
6/12/2024 1:50 PM Submit your completed clearance form to pick up your cap and gown at the small gym after the graduation rehearsal
6/13/2024 2:00 PM Class of 2024 Report to the Main Gym in Cap & Gown
6/13/2024 3:00 PM Graduation Ceremony
6/13/2024 Time TBD PTSA's Safe & Sober Grad Night
Yard Signs to Celebrate Class of 2024 - Deliveries are no longer available. Signs are available for pickup in the Attendance Office, Room 105.
Roots Down: All seniors and their caregivers are invited for a special gratitude event in the big gym on June 3rd at 6:45
Graduation Participation: If you are not planning to participate in graduation, please contact Simone Davis sdavis@tamdistrict.org by June 3rd, so arrangements can be made to pick up your diploma.
Senior in Good Standing Information: Remember all seniors are expected to maintain appropriate behavior and pass all classes through the end of the semester in order to earn their diploma and participate in the graduation ceremony. Participation in the graduation activities is voluntary and considered a privilege. In order to maintain your Senior in Good Standing status, you must:
● Behave appropriately. Any senior suspended for the spring semester may be restricted from the graduation ceremony. No disciplinary incidents logged/no suspensions during the second
semester.
● Earn passing grades in all courses. Grades of “F” or Incomplete in any course may prevent students from participating in the graduation ceremony.
● Students must not have more than five (5) unexcused full-day or period absences
● Pay ALL outstanding bills (for textbooks, library books, athletic uniforms, etc.). A student wishing to appeal a decision to deny participation in the graduation ceremony may do so by written letter to their Assistant Principal. The appeal committee will determine whether or not extenuating circumstances exist and make a recommendation to the Principal. The Principal’s decision shall be considered final. All appeal requests must be submitted, in writing, to the Assistant Principal’s office by May 24th. Please contact your Assistant Principal if you have questions. Any student in violation of the Student in Good Standing policy will place their ability to participate in senior activities in jeopardy.
Senior Clearance: Any student not meeting graduation requirements, not cleared for participation in the ceremony, or owing fees will not be issued a cap and gown. Senior clearance forms will be available in the counseling office beginning Wednesday, June 5th, before school, during break or after school. Signatures from teachers, your counselor, the library, records secretary and budget secretary indicate that you have passed classes, returned books, and paid any outstanding fees. Your counselor certifies you have met all graduation requirements. Please do not disrupt classes in order to obtain your signatures; this must be taken care of outside of normal class time. Signatures on the form must be completed by Wednesday, June 12th at 10:30 AM.
How to order your final transcripts: Ms. Fernandez will email a Google form to all seniors on Friday, May 31st to complete this process.
Non-Common App Schools: Submit your Google form indicating the name of the college you will be attending and submit your transcript request through Parchment.
Common App Schools: Submit your Google form indicating the name of the college you will be attending. (We will electronically upload your transcript).
Graduation Rehearsal: There will be only ONE graduation practice on Wednesday, June 12th at 11:15 a.m. in the amphitheater. Seniors must be prompt and attend the entire practice in order to participate in the ceremony. If the practice goes well, seniors will be dismissed around 1:15 PM. Students who are performing at graduation should plan to stay longer for sound checks.
Graduation Caps and Gowns: All caps and gowns are ordered and paid for by the school. Caps, gowns, and tassels will be distributed on Wednesday, June 12th after graduation rehearsal. There will not be an opportunity to pick them up before rehearsal, so plan accordingly. Distribution will be held in the small gym. Clearance forms are your ticket for your Cap & Gown. They must have all the required signatures and all bills paid before gowns are issued. All graduates must wear the proper cap and gown in order to participate in the commencement. Place your cap forward on your head with the point almost between your eyebrows. Wear your tassel over your right eye. You will be instructed to move the tassel to the left as a class after all the diplomas have been awarded. If you choose to decorate your cap and gown, note these guidelines:
● The silhouette of the cap and gown must not be altered.
● Only messages that are appropriate and tasteful may appear on only the top of the cap.
● Students whose caps and gowns do not meet these guidelines will be issued new cap/gowns before the ceremony.
2024 Graduation Ceremony: The graduation ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 13th at 3:00 pm in the Kreitzberg Amphitheater on the Redwood campus. Graduates need to report to the Phil Roark Gymnasium (big Gym) at 2:00 pm to line up for the ceremony that will start at 3:00. The ceremony lasts approximately 1½ hours and getting out of the parking lot will take some time, so please plan accordingly. There are no tickets necessary and there is plenty of seating for all who attend. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats may not be reserved or saved, except for special guests of the district. Umbrellas for shade must be closed during the ceremony. NO DOGS ALLOWED except service dogs.
First Aid: During graduation, a first aid station will be located near the main building.
Appropriate Dress for Graduation: Any senior participating in the ceremony must wear a cap and gown. All students are to be dressed in appropriate, comfortable, but nice clothing. Girls should wear flat or low-heeled shoes or sandals since they will be walking through a steep, soft, grassy area.
Diplomas: Empty diploma jackets will be handed out during the ceremony. Actual diplomas may be picked up outside of the small gym immediately following the graduation ceremony.
Graduation Parking: There are no tickets or limits on the number of guests that may attend graduation, so a large crowd is anticipated. Parking and traffic congestion are a problem, so we suggest carpooling and arriving early. Central Marin Police and volunteers will be directing traffic. Marked accessible parking is located both in the east and west parking lots.
Seating for Family Members with Mobility Issues: If you have a family member with mobility issues and have questions about the best path of travel to the amphitheater, please email Ms. Serrano (gserrano@tamdistrict.org).
PTSA Safe & Sober Grad Night 2024: Redwood’s Safe & Sober Grade Night is for ALL Seniors! This event is for our seniors to celebrate and gather one last time as a class. More information can be found here. Bus check in starts at 7:30 at Redwood
IMPORTANT SENIOR LETTER FOR SENIOR MAY 2024
Be sure to click the link above for our SENIOR LETTER May 2024. You'll find important dates for fun activities, information on our celebration of seniors at our Roots Down 2024 (not to be missed for seniors and their parents), yearbook distribution info, the famous Senior Brunch, Graduation Rehearsals and, of course, senior clearance forms (completion required prior to picking up your Caps and Gowns! Also included are the report time for graduation and the PTSA Safe and Sober Grad Night info.
GRAD NIGHT:
Dear Senior Parents/Seniors,
Only 2 months until Grad Night! NOW IS THE TIME TO RSVP!
We look forward to bringing our seniors together to celebrate as a class one last time in a fun and safe environment. The event will start at 7:30 pm in the Redwood parking lot. The event includes transportation to and from the location, fun activities (games, arcade, photo booths, and more), plenty of food, and soft drinks.
Our suggested contribution amount for Senior Parents is $125. All contribution amounts are welcome, and we ask that you give if you can. This contribution helps to cover the cost of the event. We thank you for your contributions and support so that we can continue to make this event happen!
RSVP and Forms must be submitted by May 17th to participate.
CLICK HERE TO RSVP FOR GRAD NIGHT
Graduation shirts, leis, and more: Pre-order now!
Graduation leis, shirts, bouquets, and teddy bears are available for pre-order now! This is a fundraiser for the class of 2025 and we appreciate any support. Pre-order and pick up at graduation! Items can be found at this link: https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/redwoodhs/
PROM GUEST PASSES FOR SENIORS AND JUNIORS
If a junior or senior is inviting a guest to the prom, they will require a guest pass. Guest passes will be available in room 105 before school, during breaks/lunch and after school ONLY. Please do not come to get a pass during class time. All completed guest passes MUST BE TURNED in by 4/5/24 at 1:15 PM. NO LATE PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SENIORS:
The Redwood High School Foundation, in addition to other donors, offers scholarships to eligible Redwood students each year, and we are happy to announce that this year's scholarship application is now open, and will be due on March 18, 2024.
Many students rely on scholarships to afford higher education. The scholarship application process is an important one, as scholarships can make a difference in funding education. The scholarship awards offered by the Redwood High School Foundation (RHSF) are heavily weighted for demonstrated financial need. FAFSA/CADAA guidelines are important and should be considered before applying.
The RHSF Scholarship Committee recognizes and awards students who are continuing their education after graduation from Redwood High School. All scholarships are used for tuition or school expenses at an accredited community college, trade school, 4 year college or university.
To learn more and request an application, /Domain/1434
A full, completed application for these need-based scholarships includes the following:
- Application form (available by request on the application page)
- 2 short essays
- Teacher Recommender
- FAFSA or CADAA Student Aid Index (you will need to complete one of these financial aid foms)
- High School Transcript
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Becky Bjursten
College & Career Specialist
Redwood High School
bbjursten@tamdistrict.org
SAVE THE DATE INFO:
Dear RHS Class of 2024 Students and Families:
We are honored to work with our outstanding seniors of the Class of 2024. Please save the following dates and times for senior activities:
Graduation ceremony for the class of 2024: Thursday, June 13, 2024, 3pm on the RHS campus South Lawn. The ceremony will be approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes in length.
Graduation rehearsals will be held June 12, after senior breakfast, on campus, and will be mandatory for participating students.
Other Senior Events of Note:
- Prom will be Saturday, April 20, from 8:00 to 11:00 pm at Lake Chalet in Oakland. Tickets will go on sale April 1 through the school website.
- “Roots Down” Parent/Caregiver and Senior Student gratitude event will be Monday, June, 3, 7pm to 9pm in the RHS main gym
- Senior Breakfast, Wednesday, June 12, 10:30am, on RHS campus in the CEA
- Grad Night, June 13, 7pm to 11:30pm (participating students will be transported by charter bus from RHS).
Congratulations, and we look forward to celebrating together.
Sincerely,
RHS Administration