Important tasks that need to be completed prior to participating in the Graduation Ceremony and Banquet

Date

Event/Action

Now to April 25th

All students on the grad list and wanting to participate in the graduation ceremony and/or banquet are required to have the grad fee and all school associated fees paid.

·         Fees can be paid in-school at the Business office or online through your mycbe account.

·         Any questions or concerns regarding fees should be directed to the Business Office Manager or your assistant principal.

o    A-F – Mr. Zarkovic

o    G-N – Mr. Brash

o    O-Z – Mr. Kitchen

Set up a Ticketmaster account to be ready to purchase ceremony tickets starting on April 25th.

Ongoing

Check all updated grad lists to ensure that your name is on the list.

·         Any questions regarding the grad list should be directed to your guidance counsellor

o    A-F – Mr. Bliss

o    G-N – Ms. Hajar

o    O-Z – Ms. Whiteley


Graduation Banquet (BMO Centre)

Date

Event/Action

April 5th to April 21st

Ticket sales are now live. Reminder: it is a requirement that all school fees be paid before the purchase of banquet tickets.

Steps to purchase banquet tickets:

·         Login to your mycbe account – if you do not have a PowerSchool account you will need to speak Ms Vo in the Business Office

·         Select Fees, Waivers and Service Registration icon

·         Select ‘Graduation’ tab

·         Click on Graduation Banquet icon – this will bring you to the table selection page

·               Available tables will appear green

·               The center number indicates available seats

·               Select table, it will turn pink

·               Scroll down to bottom right, choose # of tickets

·               ‘Add to cart’

·               Fill in the appropriate information for EACH guest

·               Proceed to payment

·               You will receive an email confirming your purchase

·         Banquet Ticket cost - $110/person (incl GST)

·         ALL guests attending the banquet, including graduates, require a ticket

·         Parents are encouraged and welcome to attend

For any student with financial need that would like to attend the banquet please make an appointment to speak with your guidance counsellor to discuss options.

Friday, May 24th

BMO Centre, The Palomino Room, 20 Roundup Way SE Doors open at 5:30 pm

Dinner will be served promptly at 7:00 pm (Latecomers may miss food service)

Dance 9:00 to 11:30 pm


Grad Banquet - Attire

Dress code for the banquet is semi-formal/formal attire and students are encouraged to dress up! Formal gowns, party dresses and suits are all acceptable options.


Grad Banquet - Menu

Buffet Menu

Locally Grown Greens, Dried Berries, Pumpkin Seeds, Yam Chips, Strawberry Vinaigrette | GF, DF, V, VE

Southwest Black Bean Salad – Peppers, Red Onion, Radish, Charred Corn, Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette | GF, DF, V, VE

Asian Slaw – Red and Green Cabbage, Shredded Carrot, Green Onion, Tamari Vinaigrette | GF, DF, V, VE

Slow Roasted Alberta Strip Loin with Pommery Shallot Jus | GF, DF

Gnocchi with Beyond Meat Crumble, Roasted Squash, and Butternut “Bisque Sauce” | GF, DF, V, VE

Roasted Baby Potatoes | GF, DF, V, VE

Spring Vegetables with Rosemary Olive Oil | GF, DF, V, VE

 

Assorted Mini Dessert Platter (Per Table)

Mini Berry Cheesecake | V

Chocolate Tartelette | GF, DF, V, VE Lemon Meringue Pie | V Raspberry Éclair | V

Fruit Salad Verrine | GF, DF, V, VE Good Bread Rolls and Butter (Gluten Free bread available)

 

Beverages

Coffee, Tea, Decaf, Water Pop Bar


Parking Information - BMO

The BMO has paid parking stalls at a fee of $18/car. A designated drop off area in front of BMO is also available. Please be advised, many events run consecutively and parking may be limited.


Graduation Ceremony (Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium)

Date

Event/Action

April 25th 10:00 am to May 24th

Log in to your Ticketmaster account to purchase tickets for the graduation ceremony taking place at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium on May 24th at 10:00am. Reminder: it is a requirement that all school fees be paid before the purchase of ceremony tickets.

·         To access the tickets, student MUST be on the final grad list. The password to gain access to ticket purchase is the student CBE ID number.

·         You will be able to purchase up to 4 tickets. The cost of these tickets is the Ticketmaster fee of $1.00 + $1.50 facility fee per ticket. Depending on sales more tickets may become available at a later date. Information will follow.

 

·         Graduating students do not require a ticket. All other guests require a ticket.

·         Tickets are assigned seating. You will pick your seats upon purchase of the tickets.

·         You should receive an email confirmation to the email you used when you set up your Ticketmaster account. Tickets are digital and are located on your Ticketmaster account.

Tuesday, May 21st

Mandatory Graduation Ceremony Rehearsal during Block 2.

Friday, May 24th

Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, 1415 14 Ave NW Students to arrive by 8:30 am?

Doors to the main auditorium will open for guests at 9:30 am

Ceremony will start promptly at 10:00 am


Rehearsal

There will be a mandatory rehearsal on Tuesday May 21st during Block 2, (Period 1) in the main gym. It is of utmost importance that students attend this rehearsal as important information about the upcoming graduation activities will be communicated. It is also an opportunity for students to practice the line-up and processional so that they are feeling prepared on graduation day.

 

Grad Gowns

Grad gowns, caps and v-stoles will be picked up on the day of grad (May 24th) at the Jubilee. Students may pick up their gowns starting at 8:30am and will return them (gowns and v-stoles) promptly after the ceremony.

 

Photos

Guests may take photos during the ceremony from their seats only. Guests are not permitted to leave their seat and move toward the stage in an attempt to take photos of their graduate. Life Touch will be taking photos of graduates as they cross the stage. These photos will be available from their website.

 

Dress Code and Behaviour Expectations

The graduation ceremony is a formal event and students should dress accordingly. Skirts, dresses, dress pants and collared shirts are all acceptable choices. It is important that students choose appropriate footwear for walking up and down stairs during the processional and for crossing the stage. As the Jubilee can get quite warm it is encouraged that graduates do not wear heavy clothing or suit jackets.

 

Graduates will not return to the same seat in the auditorium after crossing the stage so they are asked to leave all valuables (phones, purses, bags, etc) with their guests.

 

Graduates are expected to cross the stage in a manner that aligns with the student code of conduct and does not draw unnecessary attention or take away from the significance and formality of the ceremony.

 

Parking Information – Jubilee

The Jubilee Auditorium has paid parking lots as well as a parkade. Event parking is $7.00.

 

Any questions concerning the logistics of Graduation Ceremony or Banquet, contact Ms Element llelement@cbe.ab.ca or Ms. Archibald rjarchibald@cbe.ab.ca. Any significant concerns, you should speak with your designated guidance counsellor or assistant principal.