FCHS Class of 2024
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PLEASE READ BELOW FOR THE MOST UP TO DATE GRADUATION INFORMATION. THIS INFORMATION WAS UPDATED ON 1/29/24 |
| Question | Response |
| When will Jostens be at FCHS to take orders for Graduation Regalia? | This was September 27 at 8:30 am in NcNeal Auditorium, please contact Lindsay Bellus at bellusoffice@jostens.com as soon as possible! You can also order on the website at jostens.com |
| I missed cap/gown ordering in the Fall. Can I still order Graduation Regalia? |
Yes! If you still need to order a cap/gown/tassel, go to the link provided below. Your cap/gown ordering should be completed no later than Friday, March 8th, 2024. |
| What are important dates that seniors should be aware of? |
See the document titled "Important Class of 2024 Dates" on the left side of the screen for a list of important dates. |
| When was the FCHS Class of 2024 graduation ceremony? | Saturday, May 25, 2024 @ 9:00am |
| Where is the FCHS Class of 2024 graduation ceremony? | Colorado State University in Moby Arena |
| Will guests be permitted at Moby Arena to watch the FCHS Class of 2024 graduation ceremony? |
Yes, there are no limits on number of guests* *If the county makes changes to size of gatherings because of COVID restrictions, this can change. |
| Will there be a graduation rehearsal? | Yes. Graduation rehearsal (required for all graduating seniors) will be on Friday, May 24th from 7:30-9:30am at Moby Arena |
| What time do graduates need to arrive at Moby Arena? | Seniors should arrive at Moby Arena no later than 8:15 AM on Saturday, May 25th. Parking will be tight, so plan accordingly. |
| Are grad walks back? | Yes, Grad Walks are back! More information will be posted once available. Keep checking back! |
| Will PSD provide a link to watch the graduation ceremony live? | Yes. Links will be available on the PSD website in the week leading up to graduation. |
| Is PSD using other social media to support the event? | Yes. Graduates are encouraged to take pictures throughout the day, post them, and use #PSDProud. Random posts will be shown on the large screens throughout the ceremony. |
| Will graduation programs be available for guests? | We will provide 2 printed graduation programs for each graduate before graduation (given out with caps and gowns on May 22nd). During the day of graduation, we will have a QR Code posted so guests can access a program using their smartphone. |
| Is FCHS providing/selling yard signs for graduates? | Yes, FCHS will provide links and instructions for parents/guardians to order graduation yard signs. More information will be available on this page in April 2024. |
| Will there be a place to store personal items for graduates? | No. There will not be a supervised location for graduates to keep personal items. Graduates should plan accordingly and give their keys/cell phones/bags, etc. to their guests. |
| What is the dress code for graduates? | Graduates should be dressed in "business casual" attire. Please do NOT wear jeans, t-shirts, athletic shoes, hiking boots, or any other inappropriate attire. |
| Can graduates wear items not provided by FCHS during the graduation ceremony, and/or decorate their caps? | Please contact Kaitlin Miles, kmiles@psdschools.org, to discuss specific items. |
| What do graduates/guests do if they have misplaced an item after the ceremony? | All lost/leftover items will be collected by the PSD Custodial Dept. and kept in a lost and found area in the district offices. Please contact 970-488-3333 if you are missing an item after graduation. (Items will not be stored at FCHS.) |
| Are "tickets" required for entrance to Moby Arena? | No. Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. There are a limited number of handicap-accessible seats, so if you need them, please plan on arriving early to get your spots. |
| Where do graduates get their other honor cords/stoles/etc? | If a graduate is receiving an honor cord/stole/etc. they need to contact the sponsor of the honor society directly. |
| How long will the FCHS graduation ceremony last? | The FCHS graduation ceremony will last 1.5-2 hours in total. We will begin promptly at 9:00 am. |
| Can the graduate choose who will hand them their diploma at graduation? | While we are so excited that students have built great relationships with staff in our building, we are unable to grant this request. We have approximately 450 graduates, and to get through graduation in a reasonable amount of time, we have to keep the flow moving quickly. The staff handing out diplomas this year were selected by the Senior class, so they should represent the hard work and connections of the Class of 2024. |
| What if I can't afford a cap and gown or would prefer not to buy one? | We have plenty of caps and gowns from previous graduations that you can borrow. Please go to Student Services or call 970-488-8111 to start this process. |
| Will there be a translation provided at the ceremony? | Yes, there will be live translation available at Moby Arena with headphones provided at the event. These headphones work best for those sitting in Section M. |
| Will there be an ASL interpreter available at the ceremony? | Yes, guests who need hearing-impaired interpretation services may sit in Section N. |