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 @Redwood2025
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
GRADUATION CEREMONY INFO:
The graduation ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 2:00 pm.
- No tickets are required, and there are no limits on the guests attending.
- While there is no 'saving' or reserving seats, there are plenty of seats and there is no bad seat/view.
- We also have plenty of accessible parking for those in need and they will be clearly marked and near the walkways for easy access. No need to contact us for special arrangements as the seats will be clearly marked for accessibility.
- Come early to park or use ride share as traffic gets heavy in the area!
- Please respect our neighbors and do not block driveways.
- We love to cheer for our graduates - please NO confetti cannons. They are very difficult to clean up and not good for our environment.
- Bring plenty of water, sunblock and remember to put your umbrella/shades down once the ceremony starts.
- We have a photographer who takes shots of the graduates as they arrive in the amphitheater and as they shake hands to receive their diploma.
- The graduation is recorded on video and we will post the links on our website.
GRADUATION Ceremony Gifts for your senior (Junior Class Fundraiser Tradition):
These thoughtful items are perfect for celebrating your graduate’s big day and include:
USE THIS LINK and order by JUNE 11th!
Flower leis
Graduation shirts
Teddy bears
Flower bouquets
All proceeds help fund future senior class events and activities—so every purchase supports your student and their Class of 2026!
Order now before June 11th! Use this link: https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/redwoodhs/
Thank you for your support and for helping make this graduation season extra special!
Warm regards,
Junior Class of 2026
MPORTANT REDWOOD SENIOR CLASS INFORMATION
2025 Graduation Ceremony
Senior Activities
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6/2/2025 |
6:45 PM |
RSVP HERE for Roots Down 2025 this Monday at 6:45 - 9:00 pm |
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6/2/2025 |
Lunch |
Ice Cream Sandwiches @ Mosaic Stage |
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6/3/2025 |
8:00 AM |
Senior Clearance Forms Available for Pick Up, Rm. 103 (Counseling Office) before school, during break, or after school |
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6/3/2025 |
Lunch |
Next Steps Spirit Day & Music @ Front Lot |
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6/4/2025 |
Lunch |
Pizza @ Small Gym |
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6/4/2025 |
Lunch & After School |
Yearbook Distribution and Signing |
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6/5/2025 |
Lunch |
T-Shirt Signing @ front parking lot |
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6/6/2025 |
Lunch |
Jersey Day & Chick Fil A @ Small Gym |
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Week of 6/9/2025 |
Final Exam Schedule |
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6/11/2025 |
10:30 AM |
Senior Brunch in CEA |
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6/11/2025 |
11:15 AM |
Graduation Rehearsal |
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6/11/2025 |
1:45 PM |
Your completed clearance form is your ticket to pick up your Cap & Gown after Graduation Rehearsal (in the small gym) |
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6/12/2025 |
1:00 PM |
Class of 2025 Report to the Main Gym in Cap & Gown |
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6/12/2025 |
2:00 PM |
Graduation Ceremony |
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6/12/2025 |
7:30 PM |
PTSA's Safe & Sober Grad Night |
ROOTS DOWN CELEBRATION for PARENTS AND STUDENTS - PLEASE SAVE THE DATE FOR ROOTS DOWN 2025!
Plan to join us on Monday, June 2nd, from 6:30 p.m - 9:00 p.m. for Roots Down 2025, a special pre-graduation event, proudly sponsored by the Redwood High School Foundation, to honor all members of the Class of 2025. RD25 will take place in the gym at Redwood, and all seniors and their parents/ caregivers or special adults are invited and encouraged to attend.
We are so proud of our graduating seniors who have grown deep and enduring roots during their time at Redwood. Now let’s all come together in celebration as they prepare to spread their branches upon graduation! We look forward to seeing you there!
More detailed information about this event will be forthcoming in the weeks ahead.
Congratulations Class of 2025!
SENIOR CLASS TRIP
We are planning a senior class trip to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom on Thursday, May 29, 2025. All RHS seniors are invited to attend. This class has worked hard and deserves to have some good, organized fun. Many students missed this trip in 8th grade due to the pandemic and remote schooling, so we can now enjoy a beautiful day together as a class before graduation.
Here are the details:
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Trip Date: May 29, 2025
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9:30 am to 5 pm
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We will travel by charter bus, and that cost is included in the ticket price.
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Ticket price/suggested donation is $55: Buy Tickets Here
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The Ticket Purchase Deadline is May 8, 2025
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Due to supervision and liability considerations, attending students must travel by charter bus; no student may drive themselves or others.
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Students must complete the permission form attached to this email in hard copy and return it to Diana Fernandez in room 103 (Counseling Office) by May 15. Here’s a link as well: Senior Class 6-Flags Dis. Kingdom Parent Guardian Permission Slip
Redwood High School Safe & Sober Grad Night 2025
Thursday, June 12th
Location to be announced. Grad Night is an event for ALL seniors! This event is for our seniors to celebrate and gather one last time as a class.
REGISTER
Parents AND Student Permission HERE.
Grad night permission slip parent/student agreement must be signed and returned by Friday, May 16th.
CONTRIBUTE
Make your $150 payment HERE.
Your payment helps to cover the cost of safely transporting our seniors to and from the event, fun activities, and food!
VOLUNTEER
Parents, sign up to volunteer HERE.
We appreciate our students’ and families’ continued participation & support of this long-standing community event.
Bus check-in starts @ 7:30 pm in the Redwood Parking Lot.
Bus drop off at Redwood 11/11:30 pm.
- We have a zero-tolerance policy for alcohol, drugs, and vaping during the event.
- We will also require all attendees to sign a conduct agreement acknowledging the rules.
- New this year - Security will be on site at the Redwood parking lot.
- We encourage parents to drop off and pick up.
- Please wear rubber-soled shoes for comfort.
- No bags are allowed at Grad Night.
Since 1988, Grad Night’s mission has always been the same:
Bring our kids together to celebrate as a class one last time in a fun and safe environment.
Here are communications sent to seniors and/or families:
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:
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Behave appropriately. Any senior suspended spring semester may be restricted from the graduation ceremony. No disciplinary incidents logged/no suspensions during the second semester.
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Earn passing grades in all courses. Grades of “F” or Incomplete in any course may prevent students from participating in the graduation ceremony.
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Students must not have more than five (5) unexcused full-day or period absences
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Pay ALL outstanding bills (for textbooks, library books, athletic uniforms, etc.)
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Appeals: Students wishing to appeal the 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 23rd. 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.
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Graduation Rehearsal: There will be only ONE graduation practice on Wednesday, June 11th, 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.
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Class of 2025 Gifts: We are now taking preorders for a variety of graduation gifts, including: Class of 2025 T-shirts, flower leis, bouquets, adorable teddy bears! Class of 2025 Gifts
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Graduation Participation: If you are NOT planning to participate in graduation, please contact Simone Davis sdavis@tamdistrict.org by June 2nd, so arrangements can be made to pick up your diploma.
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First Aid: During graduation, a first aid station will be located near the main building.
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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.
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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.
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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 problems, so we suggest carpooling or ridesharing and arriving early. Central Marin Police and volunteers will be directing traffic. Marked disabled parking is located in both the east and west parking lots.
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Seating for Family Members with Mobility Issues: If you have a family member with mobility issues and would like to ask questions about the best path of travel to the amphitheater, please email Ms. Serrano (gserrano@tamdistrict.org)
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PTSA Safe & Sober Grad Night 2025: 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
Save the dates for Senior Activities :
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5/27-5/30 |
All Day |
3rd Annual Redwood Art Festival in Small Gym |
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5/28/2025 |
TBD |
End of Year Rally |
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6/2/2025 |
6:30 PM |
Roots Down Gratitude Event for Seniors and Families @RHS Main Gym |
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6/2/2025 |
Lunch |
Ice Cream Sandwiches |
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6/3/2025 |
Lunch |
Next Steps Spirit Day & Music @ Front Lot |
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6/5/2025 |
Lunch |
Senior Yearbook Signing |
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6/6/2025 |
Lunch |
Jersey Day and In & Out Lunch |
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TBD |
3:15 |
Summer Send-Off Yearbook Distribution and Party (7th Period and after school) |
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6/3/2025 |
8:00 AM |
Senior Clearance Forms Available for Pick Up, Rm. 103 (Counseling Office) before school, during break, or after school |
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Week of 6/9/2025 - 6/13/25 |
Final Exam Schedule |
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6/11/2025 |
10:30 AM |
Senior Brunch in CEA |
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6/11/2025 |
11:15 AM |
Graduation Rehearsal |
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6/11/2025 |
1:45 PM |
Submit the clearance form to Cap and Gown Pick Up After Graduation Rehearsal |
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6/12/2025 |
1:00 PM |
Class of 2025 Report to the Main Gym in Cap & Gown |
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6/12/2025 |
2:00 PM |
Graduation Ceremony |
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6/12/2025 |
7:30 PM |
PTSA's Safe & Sober Grad Night |
Sent: 2/10/25 Redwood High School Foundation Scholarship for 2025 graduating seniors
Dear 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 24, 2025.
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. A completed FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) or CADAA (California Dream Act Application) is required for consideration of financial need based on the Student Aid Index (SAI), with a maximum SAI of $20,000.
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, https://forms.gle/cG4XWtTp5q63K1Sd9
A full, completed application for these need-based scholarships includes the following:
- Application form (available by request on the application page)
- 1 short essay
- 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
Sent: 1/21/25 **Last Chance to order your cap & gown! **
Class of 2025 and families,
1. You have until Friday, January 24th to complete Cap, Gown and Diploma Order Form
2. Interested in ordering graduation announcements, class rings, letterman jackets, or class of 2025 accessories can use the link below.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/
The deadline for orders is January 24th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Reid at bill.reid@jostens.com
3. Last opportunity to purchase a Senior Tribute Page Deadline February 15, 2025
Parents and guardians can order and pay for their pages online at Yearbook Forever. Simply search for “Redwood High School” and click “Buy Senior Ad.” From there, you will upload your photos and enter your text before paying and submitting. If there is any issue with purchasing your ad and uploading photos, please contact the Walsworth Student Store at 1-877-723-6344 or email them using the “Help” tab on the website above. Please note: The system is not designed to reject photos with a low resolution in order to prevent blurry photos when printed. Therefore, you must select high-resolution photos.
The yearbook staff will design the ads according to this year’s theme and colors and send parents proofs of these ads as they are completed and before they go to print. Because the yearbook staff is so small this year, we are offering just one size:
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Ad Size |
Price |
Photo Limits |
Message Limit |
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½ page ad (8.75”w x 5.75”h) |
$225 |
5 photos maximum |
300 character maximum (75 word maximum) |
Mark your calendars for the following activities:
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5/27-5/30 |
All Day |
3rd Annual Redwood Art Festival in Small Gym |
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6/2/2025 |
7:00PM |
Roots Down Gratitude Event for Seniors and Families @ RHS Main Gym |
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6/2/2025 |
Lunch |
Ice Cream Sandwiches |
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6/3/2025 |
Lunch |
Next Steps Spirit Day & Music @ Front Lot |
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6/4/2025 |
Lunch |
Rally - Red Out & T-Shirt Signing |
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6/5/2025 |
Lunch |
Senior Yearbook Signing |
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6/6/2025 |
Lunch |
Jersey Day and In & Out Lunch |
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TBD |
3:15 |
Summer Send Off Yearbook Distribution and Party (7th Period and after school) |
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6/3/2025 |
8:00 AM |
Senior Clearance Forms Available for Pick Up Rm 103 (Counseling Office) before school, during break or after school |
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6/5 - 6/6 6/9 - 6/12 |
Final Exam Schedule |
Schedule will be posted in March |
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6/11/2025 |
10:30 AM |
Senior Brunch in CEA |
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6/11/2025 |
11:15 AM |
Graduation Rehearsal |
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6/11/2025 |
1:45 PM |
Submit clearance form to Cap and Gown Pick Up After Graduation Rehearsal |
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6/12/2025 |
1:00 PM |
Class of 2025 Report to the Main Gym in Cap & Gown |
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6/12/2025 |
2:00 PM |
Graduation Ceremony |
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6/12/2025 |
TBD |
PTSA's Safe & Sober Grad Night |