Saturday, May 31
Martorelli Stadium
Ticket Information
There are no limits on capacity for the commencement ceremony, therefore no tickets are necessary for entry
Seating on the day of graduation is first come, first serve.
Handicapped pre-seating is available for any student who has family members requiring a handicap-accessible seat. On the home side, handicap seating is located at the top of the bleachers, whereas on the visitor side located at the bottom of the bleachers.
Any guest who is unable to attend, may view the live stream of the ceremony on the district’s YouTube channel.
If you (NH senior) are NOT planning on attending the graduation ceremony, please contact the High School main office at 412-318-1402.
Graduation Garb
All senior students will wear RED graduation gowns with honors cords (if applicable)
It is recommended that all participants wear formal attire underneath their gowns. Flat shoes are preferred. For your own protection, it is recommended that you do not wear high-heeled shoes.
The graduation cap should be worn with the point of the bottom of the cap centered on the forehead. Tassels are worn on the right side of the graduation cap and will be turned to the left at the end of the commencement ceremony. Feel free to decorate your caps APPROPRIATELY.
Ceremony
9:30 AM – Gates open for handicapped pre-seating
9:45 AM – Gates open for all other guests
9:45 AM– All graduating seniors should report to the practice field of Martorelli Stadium no later than this time dressed in their cap and gown. No parents/family members of seniors are permitted in the practice field area.
10:30 AM – Commencement ceremony begins
Please be advised that participation in the commencement ceremony is not a right but a privilege. If you are in violation of any District policies or guidelines according to the District Policy or Student Handbook, social probation may occur resulting in forfeiting your privilege to participate in the commencement ceremony.
Appropriate behavior is expected throughout the commencement ceremony. Graduates are expected to exhibit maturity and pride during the ceremony. Any student who chooses to display inappropriate behavior or disrupt the ceremony will be removed from the commencement area.
Commencement Ceremony Field
Set up
*Students will be seated alphabetically with the exception of the class officers in row 1.